What Greek word is translated 'Church' in the New Testament?

The Greek word translated “Church” in the New Testament is Ekklesia. It may be spelled with a K or A, or an R or C, without changing the meaning. The term does not always refer to the Body of Christ; in context it can mean assembly.

Les teaches that the word translated “Church” in the New Testament is the Greek word Ekklesia. He notes it can be spelled with K or A, R or C, and that spelling does not make any difference. He purposely uses the word “assembly” because too many people get confused by thinking the word Church always means what we call the Body of Christ, and it does not. In the immediate context, Paul describes persecuting the assembly of God.

What is the Greek word behind the English word 'church' in the New Testament?

The Greek word behind the English word 'church' in the New Testament is Ekklesia. It literally means a 'called out assembly' and does not always refer to the Body of Christ. The King James translators sometimes rendered it 'assembly,' as with the mob in Ephesus.