Highlights. 1  Gout is a painful inflammatory arthritis condition caused by deposits of uric acid crystals in the joints and soft tissues. The painful attacks often begin at night and may last for a week. 2  8.3 million people in the U.S. have gout.
A ministerium is an association of clergy from various religious groups who come together to accomplish a specific purpose, often to build collegiality and to meet or address socioeconomic needs in the community.
Definition of ministry for English Language Learners. 1  the ministry : religious leaders as a group : ministers as a group. : 2  the office, duties, or work of a religious minister. : 3  a government department or the building in which it is located.