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congregation

[kong-gri-gey-shuhn] / ˌkɒŋ grɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The sense of community one can find in a congregation hungry for spiritual nourishment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 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

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

The congregation was about ready to witness now.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck