Laity (Noun)
Meaning
In Christianity, members of a religious community that do not have the priestly responsibilities of ordained clergy.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The bishop made an effort to involve the laity in the decision-making process of the parish.
- In the early Christian church, the laity participated actively in worship and the distribution of charitable funds.
- The laity were encouraged to take a more active role in leading prayers and singing hymns during Mass.
- Some denominations ordain members of the laity to perform specific functions, such as elders or deacons.
- The priest relied on the laity to assist with youth programs and community outreach initiatives.