congregation

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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The Prince and Princess of Wales will be part of the congregation representing King Charles, and will see Dame Sarah's first sermon as archbishop.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

A box of it recently arrived, enough to last several weeks, sent by the Vázquezes and their Lakeland congregation.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2026

Nearly 20 people associated with Zion Church, a large, long-running Protestant congregation in the Chinese capital, were arrested in October, including founder Ezra Jin, part of one China’s largest crackdowns on Christians in years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Once it’s offering time, the deacons stand at the front of the church asking the congregation to rise and follow the ushers from the rear.

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson