churchianity
/ˌtʃɜrtʃiˈænɪti/
noun
- A form of Christianity that emphasizes church institutions, rituals, and traditions over personal faith or spiritual experience.
- He left the denomination because he felt it had become more about churchianity than about following Christ.
- The book contrasts true faith with what it calls 'churchianity' — religion without a real relationship.
- Some critics argue that churchianity has replaced genuine Christianity for many people.