ministry
//ˈmɪnɪstri//
Noun
ministrySingular
ministriesPlural
1
A government department headed by a minister, responsible for a specific area of policy or administration.
She works for the Ministry of Education.
2
The position, office, or tenure of a government minister.
She held the ministry for five years before retiring from politics.
3
The work, profession, or vocation of a religious minister or the clergy.
He felt called to the ministry from a young age.
4
The act of serving or ministering to others; service or aid provided to those in need.
She devoted her life to the ministry of helping the poor and sick.