organized congregation
[/ˈɔr.ɡə.naɪzd kənˈɡreɪ.ɡeɪ.ʃən/]
nounfemininepl: organized congregations
congregação organizada
1. a formally structured religious group or assembly with established leadership, rules, and organizational structure
The organized congregation met every Sunday for worship and community service.
A congregação organizada se reunia todos os domingos para adoração e serviço comunitário.
2. a religious body with formal membership, administrative hierarchy, and documented procedures
The organized congregation maintained detailed records of their charitable activities.
A congregação organizada mantinha registros detalhados de suas atividades beneficentes.
In Brazil, 'congregação organizada' is commonly used in religious discourse, particularly within Protestant churches, Catholic parishes, and Spiritist centers. It emphasizes formal structure and institutional legitimacy, which is important for legal recognition and community credibility. The term reflects the Brazilian emphasis on organized religious life and institutional participation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a well-organized congregation
to organize a congregation
congregation in good standing
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