Kirchengemeinde

church parish, congregation

noun KIR-khen-ge-myne-de Rare

Usage Note

Kirchengemeinde is a local church parish or congregation, the basic organisational unit of both Catholic and Protestant churches in Germany. It runs local services, community outreach, and social welfare activities. Membership is tied to the church tax (Kirchensteuer).

Examples

"Die Kirchengemeinde organisiert einen jährlichen Gemeindeausflug für alle Mitglieder."

Natural Translation

The church parish organises an annual community outing for all members.

Literal Translation

The church-parish organises a yearly community-outing for all members.

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