1.   He can afford to argue with the local hierarchy when the interests of his order require it.

2.   Some idea of status has to be obtained, therefore, if the local ecclesiastical hierarchy is to be understood.

3.   But the local Catholic hierarchy has left no doubt about its preference.

4.   Still, until recently the relationship between Protestant missionaries and the local Catholic hierarchy was largely one of mutual hostility and suspicion.

5.   This finding did not sit well with the local church hierarchy of the era, who feared it might undermine their struggle with the fledgling Protestant order.

6.   Aristide has also attacked the local church hierarchy, accusing it over the past years for backing the former ruling family, the Duvaliers.

7.   The daily said the local church hierarchy of this predominantly Catholic southeast Asian nation remained united.

8.   The local party hierarchy was also dissolved and a new interim leadership named, according to the communique.