interdenominational

[ in-ter-di-nom-uh-ney-shuh-nl ]

/ ˌɪn tər dɪˌnɒm əˈneɪ ʃə nl /

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adjective

occurring between, involving, or common to different religious denominations.

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Also called interchurch.

Origin of interdenominational

First recorded in 1890–95; inter- + denominational

in·ter·de·nom·i·na·tion·al·ism, noun

I was once involved in organizing a Limmud Conference—an interdenominational Jewish learning and cultural event.
A Confession on the Ninth of Av|Samuel Lebens|July 15, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Since that day practically all the conspicuous interdenominational missionary movements have begun their career in America.
The Call of the World|W. E. Doughty
But our main interest was in the mission schools and in the interdenominational theological seminary.
A Tour of the Missions|Augustus Hopkins Strong
This is now the chief cause of weakness in the interdenominational movement for church and country life in the State.
Six Thousand Country Churches|Charles Otis Gill

Hence it is often most difficult to gain support from denominational authorities and churches for interdenominational projects.
Six Thousand Country Churches|Charles Otis Gill
The plans and methods of these leaflets have the approval of the denominational and interdenominational leaders of North America.
The Boy and the Sunday School|John L. Alexander