Very Reverend

American  

adjective

1. the official form of address for officers of the clergy or religious orders below the rank of bishop, abbot, or abbess.

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Very Reverend British  

noun

1. a title of respect for a variety of ecclesiastical officials, such as deans and the superiors of some religious houses

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Very Reverend

"We think it paid for a huge renovation project here at that time," says the Very Reverend Philip Hesketh, Dean of Rochester, pointing out the quire paving that was relaid.

From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026

In response to the backlash, the Dean of Canterbury, the Very Reverend Dr David Monteith, said on X, formerly Twitter, that he was "determined to shape a Cathedral which addresses misogyny, entitled power and prejudice".

From BBC ● Nov. 14, 2023

The Dean of Jersey, the Very Reverend Mike Keirle, is due to lead a vigil service for islanders to attend at the Town Church at 18:00 on Wednesday.

From BBC ● Dec. 11, 2022

The Very Reverend Matthew Habron, dean of the cathedral, is clear why the crowds have come, describing it as an "historic and unique occasion".

From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2022

The last translation is that of the Very Reverend John Dalton, Canon of Northampton, which is now, though twice published, almost as scarce as its predecessors.

From The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus by Teresa, of Avila, Saint