"They don't represent the church and, as exceptions, they have no place on a day like this."

This does not represent the church as a whole.

Taking on the role of a priest, Tracy reportedly felt a heavy responsibility in representing the church.

It serves as a legal umbrella before the federal government and represents the church in International relations.

This committee did not have authority to represent the church on theological matters.

He has represented the church since the case started.

By extension, it can also represent the entire church.

Another trend is for churches to change their name to a popular name or word that represents the church.

Washington Morse represented the church in Minnesota at the meeting.

This assignment required him to represent the church around the world, meeting with government and ecclesiastical leaders.