a monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and emphasizing the role of Jesus as savior | a service conducted in a house of worship |
the collective body of Christians throughout the world and history (found predominantly in Europe and the Americas and Australia) | a place for public (especially Christian) worship |
| one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship |
| the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church |