Of all professions, and in every place.”
“What is a Church?” - “A flock,” our Vicar cries,
“Whom bishops govern and whom priests advise;
Wherein are various states and due degrees,
The Bench for honour, and the Stall for ease;
That ease be mine, which, after all his cares,
The pious, peaceful prebendary shares.”
“What is a Church?” - Our honest Sexton tells,
“‘Tis a tall building, with a tower and bells;
Where priest and clerk with joint exertion strive