community church

noun

1. an independent or denominational church in a particular community.

Word History and Origins

Origin of community church¹

An Americanism dating back to 1930–35

Example Sentences

Well that's only sort of true—only 10% will go to to the Life Change Community Church.

From The Daily Beast

The special memorial service was held in the old community church on Sunday afternoon.

From Project Gutenberg

These are the problems which are often raised by the so-called "community church."

From Project Gutenberg

All religious annals will be searched in vain for a better example of the community church.

From Project Gutenberg

Rural churches are coming into a new sense of responsibility to the community and the community church is increasingly advocated.

From Project Gutenberg

The other church is well attended and is generally recognized as the community church.

From Project Gutenberg