national church

noun

1. an independent church within a country, usually representing the prevalent religion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of national church¹

First recorded in 1645–55

Example Sentences

He was at a national church convention in July 2022 when he got the invitation to be on the show.

From Seattle Times

The building buyout comes on top of national church requirements for exiting congregations to contribute two years of annual apportionments — $200,000 in Oakland’s case — and money for unfunded pension liabilities, Mr. Baker said.

From Washington Times

There also is a national church service, a Windrush flag flying over Parliament and a set of commemorative stamps from the Royal Mail.

From Seattle Times

Christine Zuba, a transgender woman who lives in New Jersey, said she feels accepted at her local parish, but is upset that the national church “continues to deny our existence and our need for health care.”

From Washington Times

Christine Zuba, a transgender woman who lives in New Jersey, said she feels accepted at her local parish, but is upset that the national church “continues to deny our existence and our need for health care.”

From Seattle Times