Congregationalism
noun
A type of Christian church organization where each congregation governs itself.
Some branches of Protestantism, including Baptists and Quakers, use congregationalism.
Often appears as...
- congregationalism in protestantism
- congregationalism church governance
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Religious
noun
A type of Christian church organization where each congregation governs itself.
Some branches of Protestantism, including Baptists and Quakers, use congregationalism.
Often appears as...
- congregationalism in protestantism
- congregationalism church governance
Usage tips
Religious
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Self-governance
It highlights the autonomy of individual churches to make their own decisions.
Their commitment to congregationalism means they vote on their own leadership.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Centralized
Emphasizes the absence of a higher church authority controlling local congregations.
Under congregationalism, there's no bishop telling the community how to worship.
Pro Tip 3/3Protestant Context
Mainly used within Protestant Christianity, not applicable to other religions.
Congregationalism set many Protestant churches apart from Catholicism's hierarchy.
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