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| − | + | In the [[Roman Catholic]], [[Eastern Orthodox]], [[Anglican]], and some other Christian churches, a "''Diocese''" is the term used for a cluster of parishes--usually organized geographically--that is overseen by a [[bishop]]. This form of church government (or "polity") dates from the early [[church]] era. Both the word itself and the concept of a regional administrative subdivision were derived from the Roman Empire's hierarchy of political units. | |
[[Category:Catholic Church]] | [[Category:Catholic Church]] | ||
[[Category:Christian History]] | [[Category:Christian History]] | ||
Revision as of 18:51, April 25, 2011
In the Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Anglican, and some other Christian churches, a "Diocese" is the term used for a cluster of parishes--usually organized geographically--that is overseen by a bishop. This form of church government (or "polity") dates from the early church era. Both the word itself and the concept of a regional administrative subdivision were derived from the Roman Empire's hierarchy of political units.