the faithful
noun
1
: the people who believe or participate in a religion
The faithful gather here each year to celebrate together.
2
: the people who are loyal members or supporters of a group or organization
The faithful come out and cheer for the team every year.
The convention was packed with the Republican/Democratic faithful.
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Despite those declines, the parishes still stir fierce loyalty among the faithful, especially among the many who grew up on the West Side attending their schools, which send new students each year on to nearby Elder High School and Seton High School.
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Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Feb. 2026
The old Latin Mass features readings and hymns in Latin with the priest facing the altar, his back to the faithful in the pews.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
For 40 days, the Church invites the faithful to practice prayer, fasting, and acts of charity, as well as to reflect on their actions and make personal changes, such as giving up vices and strengthening their relationship with God.
—Nadia Cantú, AZCentral.com, 3 Feb. 2026
Many of the faithful are like Joao.
—Theo Lloyd-Hughes, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
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Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Feb. 2026
The old Latin Mass features readings and hymns in Latin with the priest facing the altar, his back to the faithful in the pews.
—Nicole Winfield, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
For 40 days, the Church invites the faithful to practice prayer, fasting, and acts of charity, as well as to reflect on their actions and make personal changes, such as giving up vices and strengthening their relationship with God.
—Nadia Cantú, AZCentral.com, 3 Feb. 2026
Many of the faithful are like Joao.
—Theo Lloyd-Hughes, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
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