Of or relating to a church (“ekklesia”in Greek), especially as an established institution. This term is often used to refer to the organizational and legislative functions of the church.

A term which means the process by   which God selects someone to be saved. "...knowing, beloved brethren, your election    by God" (1 Thes. 1:4).

Epicureanism is a system of philosophy based upon the teachings of Epicurus, founded around 307 BC. Epicurus was an atomic materialist, following in the steps of Democritus. His materialism led him to a general attack on superstition and divine intervention.