Religious outreach refers to the efforts made by religious organizations or individuals to spread their beliefs and engage with others in order to gain new followers or strengthen existing ones.
Related terms
Revival Meetings: These were large gatherings organized by religious groups during the Second Great Awakening where intense sermons were delivered in order to revive people's faith and attract new converts.
Camp Meetings: Camp meetings were outdoor religious gatherings that allowed people from different communities to come together, share their experiences, listen to preachers, and engage in spiritual activities.
Circuit Riders: Circuit riders were traveling preachers who would ride on horseback from town to town, spreading the message of Christianity during the Second Great Awakening. They played a crucial role in reaching remote areas that had limited access to churches.