Other Clergy
Rectors and Vicars
The difference between a rector and a vicar is now purely nominal. A rector was in receipt of greater and lesser tithes, and a vicar of the lesser tithes only. Tithes were virtually abolished in 1936. Vicars are now appointed to most new livings.The recommended (social) style of address is as follows:
| Beginning of letter | Dear Rector/Dear Vicar |
| End of letter | Yours sincerely |
| Envelope | The Reverend* John Smith/Jane Smith |
| Verbal address | Rector/Vicar |
| Description in conversation | The Rector/Vicar |
| List of Directors or Patrons | The Reverend John Smith |
| Place card | The Reverend John Smith |
*Note: 'The Reverend' is sometimes shortned to 'The Revd'. An alternative form is 'Rev John/Jane Smith'.
