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divine service

divine service

noun

  1. a service of the Christian church, esp one at which no sacrament is given
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of divine service1

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400
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Example Sentences

The proceedings of the day commenced with divine service, performed by Unitarian and Baptist ministers.

Where are the days when Donald considered it shocking to introduce music into divine service?

Directly afterwards divine service was held in the building, which in its religious character was devoted to St. Joseph.

Not to attend divine service on Christmas-Day was regarded by Mr. Brandon as one of the cardinal sins.

Divine service was performed in the morning, in the garrison, at which all the troops attended under arms.

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