church council

Noun

Meaning

church council (plural church councils)

A formal meeting of bishops and chuch representatives who are brought together to regulate points of doctrine or discipline.
Synonym: synod
Hyponyms: convocation, ecumenical council, particular council, plenary council, provincial council

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Examples

As such, the deacons are also members of the local church council. Source: Internet

Henry held another church council, which reversed its previous decision and reaffirmed Stephen's legitimacy to rule, and a fresh coronation of Stephen and Matilda occurred at Christmas 1141. Source: Internet

Henry held another church council, which this time reaffirmed Stephen's legitimacy to rule, and a fresh coronation of Stephen and Matilda occurred at Christmas 1141. Source: Internet

Theodosius wanted to further unify the entire empire behind the orthodox position and decided to convene a church council to resolve matters of faith and discipline. citation : 45 Gregory Nazianzus was of similar mind, wishing to unify Christianity. Source: Internet

All churches must also have a nominations committee, a finance committee and a church council or administrative council. Source: Internet

Constantine, however, decided to let the Monothelite question be decided entirely by a church council. Source: Internet

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