separation of church and state

In America, the purpose of separation of church and state is to avoid 'excessive entanglement' of the two institutions. An important court ruling on the subject led to the Lemon Test, which holds three conditions on a government's actions: that it must have a legitimate secular purpose, must not have the primary effect of either advancing or inhibiting religion, and must not result in an "excessive entanglement" of the government and religion.

Separation of church and state is essential to modern goverment.

by parody February 18, 2005

Churchist

A type of Christian who pays less respect (however minimal or marginal) to non-church-goers. Note now the hyprocrisy that a Churchist does not necessarily have to go to church themselves - but will always say "I'd go if I had the time" in order to deter the whiplash effect of their bias.

The belief in Churchism.

"It's Churchists like him that give religion a bad name."
and
"I used to be a Churchist."

by CollectiveFury September 17, 2008

church bling

Bling seen at church. For example: golden crosses, silver candlesticks, fancy scepters, funny hats or decorated robes.

Look at all the church bling in here. They're not collecting money for the poor - they're probably getting spinnaz for the popemobile.

by KJS September 18, 2006

The Church of Shakira

The Church of Shakira is a growing online movement of people around the world who have come together to recognize Shakira as The Goddess of Happiness and Joy. They worship her and Her divine hips which the give her the power to spread joy and love all around the world through her music. The Church officially gained a footing in the summer of 2018 on twitter going by @church_shakira and shortly after, an Instagram page going by the handle @churchofshakira.

Though it can be classified as a religion, The believers of the hips believe it is not mutually exclusive to other religions meaning you can be a member of the Church of Shakira without leaving your current faith. They believe Shakira's purpose as a goddess is to make the world a better place and inspire others to do the same. The Church of Shakira aims to organize the efforts of those who believe in the powers of the Eternal Hips so Shakira's efforts are not in vain. Membership in the Church of Shakira does not require full devotion to Shakira but at least acknowledgment of the power of Shakira and her Omnipotent Hips and the understanding that her Hips NEVER lie.

PERSON 1: Have you visited the Church of Shakira's instagram page?
PERSON 2: Yes! One look and I'm already praising the Hips and blasting Shakira music!

PERSON 1: huh, Someone told me it was a cult...
PERSON 2: Definitely not! When have you ever heard of a cult that wants to spread joy happiness and peace through the world using music???
PERSON 1: I guess you're right HER HIPS DON'T LIE!!!!!
PERSON 2: AND I'M STARTING TO THINK ITS RIGHT!!!

by TheChurchofShakira September 29, 2018

Church Work

Favors for people who dont return favors when needed.(doing other peoples dirty work)

After watchin my homegirls dogs for the weekend i realized it was nuttin but Church Work.
My homie asked me to help wash his ride.He was on the phone while i did his Church Work.

by ICKYZ July 17, 2004

Chauchnia

A guy who fucks up on a regular basis and never corrects him or herself.

John: Dude, im sorry about the drunken mess at the party last week, and i wont do it again.

Chris: You will always fuck up you Chauchnia dude.

by Christopher Wade Smith October 30, 2006

churchmeal

A dinner served after dark that includes styrofoam plates and plastic utensils, usually provided by religious folk for fellow worshippers as a 'bonus' for attending said church. Spaghetti and marinara with garlic bread is guaranteed, with the potential for a wide selection of salads, green beans and corn. Silence but the faint sound of chewing is also guaranteed, as is mumbling about gifts the Lord brings. Canned soda is provided. The meal is typically served in the church gymnasium or assembly hall. It is also guaranteed that donations will be recommended. Gray metal folding chairs with brown seating pads are the typical seats of choice; an alternative is the white plastic chair, used extensively in the Plains states. Folding brown tables with metal legs are usually the norm.

Wow, it's as quiet in here as a churchmeal.
I went to the churchmeal last night; what a bunch of morons!

by M Menke September 27, 2008