The new leader will minister to the needs of the community.

To perform the duties of a religious leader or to serve in a position of authority in a government or organization.
He will minister to the sick.
She helped minister to the poor.
They minister to their flock.
minister to needs
minister to the sick
minister to the poor
serve
attend
care for
The minister of education announced new school policies.

A person who holds a high office in government, typically responsible for a specific department or area of policy.
The minister spoke to the press.
A new minister joined the cabinet.
The minister oversees the economy.
cabinet minister
foreign minister
health minister
official
secretary
governor
The minister led the Sunday service.

A member of the clergy, especially in certain branches of the Christian church.
The minister preached a good sermon.
Our minister is very kind.
The minister visited the sick.
ordained minister
pastor minister
serving minister
clergyman
pastor
reverend