
Diocese
Church Organization
A diocese is a key administrative unit in many Christian churches, like a district.
She worked in the diocese's main office.
Bishop's Authority
A diocese is under the jurisdiction of a bishop, who leads it.
The bishop discussed changes affecting the entire diocese.
Geographic Entity
A diocese has specific geographic boundaries, much like a state or province.
The diocese covers all the churches in this region.
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ArchdioceseBishopricPatriarchateSynod
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