minister

A politician responsible for one area of a government, such as health or education.

• The minister announced a new policy.
• She became minister of education last year.
• Several ministers attended the meeting.

Common phrases: health minister, finance minister, government minister

A Christian church leader who gives talks, leads religious services, and helps people.

• The minister led the service.
• Our minister visited my sick father.
• Two ministers spoke at the funeral.

Similar words: pastor, clergyman

Common phrases: church minister, local minister

To help or care for someone, especially someone who is ill or suffering.

• She ministered to the sick.
• The nurses ministered to wounded soldiers.
• Who will minister to these lonely people?

How to use it: minister to someone/something (Volunteers ministered to the needs of the refugees.)

Similar words: care for, tend to

Common phrases: minister to someone, minister to needs