In October 1975 the congregation sought landmark designation for its building, perhaps realizing that such a move might better secure its position.

As the congregations grow and seek building permits to expand, the complaints about zoning and parking violations mount.

Mr. Richardson's congregation, working with Mount Vernon city officials, is seeking to develop a parcel across the street from the church.

The congregation also sought the help of 62 moralists and theologians and 22 scientists and doctors in various fields.

These congregations would then seek affiliation in area conferences of both denominations.

Local congregations either disassociated completely from BGCT or sought "dual alignment" with both groups.

The congregation had bought the Ladd Carriage House in 1971, and sought to expand parking for its members.

In the diocese of western Tennessee, two congregations have sought to affiliate themselves with a diocese in Kenya.

Implementing Decree 22 also clarifies the procedures through which religious organizations and individual religious congregations can seek official recognition.

Today, the cantors said, there is still an aspect of popular culture in communal worship, as congregations seek a more active involvement in services.