Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
offertory
noun
/ˈɔː.fər.tɔː.ri/
Definition
The part of a church service during which offerings are made to God, typically involving the collection of money, bread, and wine.
Examples
- The church choir sang beautifully during the offertory.
- We learned about the significance of the offertory in the sermon.
- He decided to contribute during the offertory as part of his charitable efforts.
Meaning
In Christian liturgy, the offertory is the moment when the congregation presents their gifts and offerings to God as an act of worship and gratitude.
Synonyms
- donation
- gift
- contribution
