congregational

Everyday

1. (church) To do with a congregation: the people who gather in a church for worship. tree →
2. (church) Congregational churches are Protestant churches where each local church runs itself, with its members choosing their own minister. tree →

In the lessons

In religion lessons: congregational singing is when the whole church sings together, not just the choir. Congregationalists began in England and helped found New England in America (the Pilgrims).

Examples

• The congregational singing filled the chapel. tree →
• Our village has a Congregational church. tree →
• In Congregational churches, the members choose their minister. tree →
• The hymn was sung by the whole congregation — congregational singing. tree →
• The Pilgrims of the Mayflower founded congregational churches. tree →
• The congregational meeting decided to repair the roof. tree →

Note

From "congregation". With a capital C when it names the church tradition. Say: kong-gruh-GAY-shun-ul.