What is another word for consistory?
Pronunciation: [kənsˈɪstəɹˌi] (IPA) 
Consistory, a word that may not be familiar to everyone, refers to a council or assembly of religious officials who govern the affairs of a church. However, there are a few synonyms that can be used instead of the word "consistory". One of these is "synod" which pertains to a council or assembly of church officials. Another synonym that can be used is "convocation", which refers to a gathering or assembly of people. "Presbytery", on the other hand, may refer to a group of clergy or other officials who make decisions for a particular church or organization. Lastly, "council" can be used as a synonym for a consistory, particularly in reference to a group of individuals who oversee certain aspects of a church or religious institution.
