Hierarchy of the Catholic Church chapter of his cathedral or of a collegiate church (so called after their chapter). These priests are given the title of canon. He also appoints six to twelve priests from the presbyteral council to serve as a college of consultors. They have the responsibility to elect the diocesan administrator in the event of the vacancy of the see. The bishop appoints priests and other members of the faithful to various advisory bodies. These include the presbyteral council, the diocesan synod, and the pastoral council. "The Vicar Forane known also as the Dean or the Archpriest or by some other title,
The Reverend "Father" as an informal title is used for Roman Catholic, Orthodox and Old Catholic priests and for many priests of the Anglican and Lutheran churches. In England, however, even Roman Catholic priests were often referred to as "Mr" until the 20th century except when members of a religious order. "Mr" is still not incorrect for priests of the Church of England. Some female Anglican or Old Catholic priests use the style "The Reverend Mother" and are addressed as "Mother". "The Reverend" may be modified to reflect ecclesiastical standing and rank. Modifications vary across religious traditions and countries. Some common examples