Ministry

/ˈmɪnɪstri/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The administrative or executive branch of government responsible for a specific area of public policy, government function, or service.

The Ministry of Health has announced new guidelines for pandemic response.

A religious or spiritual office or function, often associated with the duties of a minister or clergy.

She felt called to a life of ministry after volunteering at her local church.

The period or tenure of service of a minister in government.

His ministry lasted for four years before the election.

Middle English: from Old French ministere, from Latin ministerium 'service, official duty'.

ministry of defense

The government department responsible for the defense of a country.

gospel ministry

The work of preaching the Christian gospel.

youth ministry

A church program focused on serving youth.

minister

A person authorized to perform religious functions.

administration

The process of organizing and managing affairs.

commission

An authoritative order or instruction to perform a task.

Ministry in a humorous context referring to a group of supportive friends.

My ministry of friends helped me through tough times.

Slang for a group meeting focused on brainstorming ideas.

We're having a ministry about the upcoming project this weekend.