Pulpit

Noun

1. A raised platform in a church, sometimes enclosed, where the minister or preacher stands when giving the sermon; also, the lectern on such a platform.
2. Activity associated with or usually performed from a church pulpit; preaching, sermons, religious teaching. The preaching profession, office, or role in general; the pastorate, the priesthood, the ministry. Preachers collectively; clergy; the priesthood. An individual or particular preaching position or role; a pastorate.

   "He seems like too timid a man to fill the pulpit at such a large church."

3. Activity associated with or usually performed from a church pulpit; preaching, sermons, religious teaching.
4. The preaching profession, office, or role in general; the pastorate, the priesthood, the ministry.
5. Preachers collectively; clergy; the priesthood.