established church

noun

Definition of established church

: a church recognized by law as the official church of a nation or state and supported by civil authority

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Some members of the Board of Adjustment appeared sympathetic to the non-legally established churches, however, and the board voted to overturn the hearing officer's decision in favor of the churches and other community opposition. — Jessica Boehm, azcentral, "Tactics scrutinized in Phoenix medical-marijuana dispensary cases," 10 May 2018 Schmidt has preached throughout the Midwest, established churches and has degrees from an independent Baptist college. — Ashley Luthern, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "'A blindside': Acting sheriff Richard Schmidt talks David Clarke, jail reform and faith," 25 Apr. 2018

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