altar call

noun

1. an evangelist preacher's invitation at the end of the sermon, asking people to come forward to acknowledge a conversion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of altar call¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

At the altar call several went forward and found glorious peace at the foot of the cross.

From Project Gutenberg

On Sunday at the mission there was a very impressive time, and when the altar call was given a number came forward.

From Project Gutenberg