In Christianity, bishops are normally responsible for the governance and administration of dioceses. The role or office of the bishop is called episcopacy or the episcopate.

2022年1月4日 · In the New Testament, a bishop is a person who functions as a teaching leader among a local group of Christians. The Greek term episkapos has also been translated as …

The role of bishops in the church has been pivotal throughout history, serving as spiritual leaders and guardians of doctrine. Originating in the early Christian communities, bishops emerged as …

2022年4月18日 · A bishop is a high-ranking member of the clergy in the church organization of many Christian denominations. Bishops are commonly a category of leadership ranking above …

In the Catholic Church, a bishop is an ordained minister who holds the fullness of the sacrament of holy orders and is responsible for teaching doctrine, [1] governing Catholics in his …

2025年2月28日 · Bishop, in some Christian churches, the chief pastor and overseer of a diocese, an area containing several congregations. Certain Christian traditions have maintained the …

2025年1月2日 · A Christian bishop is a religious figure who holds a high rank in the hierarchical structure of the Church. The role of a bishop varies within different denominations, but usually …

One of the three orders of ordained ministers in the church, bishops are charged with the apostolic work of leading, supervising, and uniting the church. Bishops represent Christ and …

One bishop was responsible for several churches, overseeing the individual lead elders at each church location. Many denominations and church traditions continue this use of the term …

2025年3月23日 · A bishop is an overseer of the church, responsible for appointing and supervising other leaders, and ensuring the upholding of biblical doctrine. Bishops must have …