evangelism

American  

[ih-van-juh-liz-uhm] / ɪˈvæn dʒəˌlɪz əm /

noun

1. the preaching or promulgation of the gospel; the work of an evangelist.

2. evangelicalism.

3. missionary zeal, purpose, or activity.

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evangelism British  

/ ɪˈvændʒɪˌlɪzəm /

noun

1. RC Church term: evangelization.   evangelisation.  (in Protestant churches) the practice of spreading the Christian gospel

2. ardent or missionary zeal for a cause

3. the work, methods, or characteristic outlook of a revivalist or evangelist preacher

4. a less common word for evangelicalism See evangelicalism

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Etymology

Origin of evangelism

First recorded in 1620–30; evangel ² + -ism

Example Sentences

Pope John XXIII’s goal was to promote evangelism, not to accept secularism.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nicknamed “God’s influencer,” Carlo was canonized for his internet evangelism, his faith amid fatal sickness and other reasons, including two healing miracles attributed to his posthumous intervention.

From The Wall Street Journal

Catholic perspectives add nuance: conversion is understood as a lifelong process, with debates around evangelism emphasizing persuasion over coercion and relationship-building over public pressure.

From Salon

His father, Jack, was a pastor of a Baptist church in South L.A. and would would soon branch into evangelism, which would take the family to Chicago and Philadelphia.

From Los Angeles Times

Now known as “Cru,” the Campus Crusade for Christ was founded as a global ministry in 1951 to promote Christian evangelism, especially on college campuses.

From Salon