21.   But the congregation is scarcely a knot of old Knickerbockers.

22.   By the fall, the congregation was able to celebrate Mass with a roof over its head, albeit one made of fabric.

23.   Church congregations were either white or black.

24.   Catholic congregations are clearly large on average.

25.   Eight congregations are in Fort Worth-Dallas.

26.   His congregation is finishing plans for a new church.

27.   His congregation was small, but its prayers rolled unto heaven with nearly the thunder of departing jets.

28.   However, local congregations are self-governing and make the final decision on pastors.

29.   If it is, the congregation may be able to return in six months.

30.   In this church, the congregation is the choir, backed by a rotating ensemble that includes strings, keyboards and drums.