The meaning of CLASSIS is a governing body in some Reformed churches (as in the former Reformed Church in the U.S.) corresponding to a presbytery.

Dec 26, 2025 · classis f (plural classes, no diminutive) (Protestantism) a supracongregational, regional executive body, intermediate in size or rank between the consistory of an individual congregation and …

CLASSIS definition: the organization of pastors and elders that governs a group of local churches; a presbytery. See examples of classis used in a sentence.

There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun classis, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

A classis is a group of churches within a geographical area that comes together to seek, discern, and submit to God's will, offer one another mutual support and accountability, find ways to live out a …

classis in American English (ˈklæsɪs) noun Word forms: plural classes (ˈklæsiz) (in certain Reformed churches)

Classis definition: A governing body of pastors and elders in certain Reformed churches, having jurisdiction over local churches.

A classis is the governing body of pastors and elders for a regional group of churches that are affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church in North America. It has the authority to deal with matters that …

'Classis' means a taxonomic rank equivalent to a division in biological classification or the fleet of ships belonging to a country or state.

classis definition: ecclesiastical body in certain churches. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, related words.