freewill offering

American  

noun

1. a voluntary religious contribution made in addition to what may be expected or required.

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Etymology

Origin of freewill offering

First recorded in 1525–35

Example Sentences

Church of the Redeemer, 6201 Dunrobbin Dr., Bethesda, Md. Admission and ice cream are free, but a freewill offering will be taken. 301-229-3770.

From Washington Post • Jul. 14, 2017

A freewill offering will benefit the host church’s weekend lunch program, Loaves & Fishes.

From Washington Post • Feb. 10, 2017

A freewill offering will be taken to benefit Shaw Community Ministry.

From Washington Post • Oct. 28, 2016

For a freewill offering, congregants can take produce, the proceeds benefiting a global hunger relief organization.

From Washington Times • Oct. 17, 2015

Therefore ought the freewill offering of thyself into the hands of God to go before all thy works, if thou wilt attain liberty and grace.

From The Imitation of Christ by Benham, William