Definition

Noun: A formal, communal religious gathering focused on worship, characterized by the collective acts of singing hymns and offering prayers.

Usage

A "prayer service" is a specific type of religious meeting. It is less formal than a full mass or sacrament but is structured around communal prayer and song. - The church holds a weekly evening prayer service. - The community gathered for a special prayer service for peace.

Examples

• The interfaith prayer service brought people of different religions together.
• Attending the daily prayer service is an important part of her spiritual routine.
• They organized a prayer service for the victims of the disaster.

Advanced Usage

• "to hold a prayer service": To organize and conduct such a gathering.
  • The congregation will hold a prayer service to celebrate the holiday.
• "to attend a prayer service": To be present and participate in the gathering.
  • Many people attended the candlelight prayer service.

Variants and Related Words

• Prayer meeting (n): A similar gathering, often implying a smaller or less formal group.
• Vigil (n): A period of watchful observance, often involving prayer, sometimes held during the night.
• Liturgy (n): A prescribed form or set of forms for public religious worship, which can include a prayer service.

Synonyms

• Devotional service
• Worship service (in a general sense)
• Prayer gathering

Related Phrases

• Ecumenical prayer service: A prayer service involving multiple different Christian denominations.
  • The ecumenical prayer service promoted unity among the churches.
• Memorial prayer service: A service held to pray for and remember someone who has died.
  • A memorial prayer service was held for the former mayor.

Noun

1. a service at which people sing hymns and pray together