Megachurch: meaning, definitions and examples

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megachurch

 

[ ˈmɛɡəˌtʃɜːrʧ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religion community

A megachurch is a large Christian congregation that typically has a weekly attendance of 2,000 or more people. These churches often feature elaborate facilities, multiple services, and a wide range of programs designed to engage the community and its members.

Synonyms

big church, large church, massive congregation

Examples of usage

  • The megachurch holds services in a stadium-sized auditorium.
  • She attends a megachurch that offers various outreach programs.
  • Many megachurches incorporate modern technology in their services.
  • The pastor of the megachurch delivers inspiring sermons every Sunday.

Translations

Translations of the word "megachurch" in other languages:

🇵🇹 megachurch

🇮🇳 मेगाचर्च

🇩🇪 Megakirche

🇮🇩 megachurch

🇺🇦 мегак церква

🇵🇱 megakościół

🇯🇵 メガチャーチ

🇫🇷 méga-église

🇪🇸 megacatedral

🇹🇷 megakilise

🇰🇷 메가 교회

🇸🇦 كنيسة ضخمة

🇨🇿 megakostel

🇸🇰 megakostol

🇨🇳 大教堂

🇸🇮 megak cerkev

🇮🇸 megakirkja

🇰🇿 мегашірке

🇬🇪 მეგაცერковь

🇦🇿 megakirxana

🇲🇽 megacatedral

Word origin

The term 'megachurch' first emerged in the late 1980s and was used to describe large religious organizations that broke the traditional mold of church attendance and participation. While large congregations have existed throughout history, the modern concept of a megachurch often emphasizes contemporary worship styles, community outreach, and church growth through innovative techniques. The phenomenon gained prominence in the United States during the 1990s, with churches like Saddleback Church and Willow Creek Community Church exemplifying the model. These churches typically focus on attracting and engaging members through various means such as music, technology, and social programs, leading to significant demographic and cultural shifts within the Christian community. The rise of megachurches is often associated with the growth of non-denominational Christianity and a shift towards more casual, community-driven worship experiences.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,622, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.