congregation

Example Sentences

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“Amen,” the predominantly Iranian American congregation responded in unison.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Meanwhile, outside the congregation, the onslaught of condemnation continued.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

I guess what I’m getting at is: It didn’t feel exalted, but I felt purpose and that it was OK to have some responsibility — like a pastor with a congregation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Footage showed a chaotic scene unfolding inside the church, which belongs to the Southern Baptist Convention, as protesters and members of the congregation shout at each other.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

I wished I were still in my old congregation, so I could rush to my old bishop and tell him I wasn’t broken anymore.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover