Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
offertories
Noun
ˌôfərˈtôrēz
Definition
The offerings or gifts presented to a church during a religious service.
Examples
- During the Sunday service, the offertories were collected at the altar.
- The church received generous offertories last month to support its community programs.
Meaning
Offertories refer to the donations or gifts made by congregants, typically during a church service, as an act of worship or support for the church.
Synonyms
- Donations
- Contributions
- Offerings
