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Bookmark or Share- What is the Difference Between a Bishop and an Archbishop?Archbishops are bishops who have been given additional responsibilities, such as overseeing an archdiocese or serving as the head of a particular department within the Church. They are considered to be of higher rank than bishops, but they have the same sacramental powers as bishops.
- Bishops and Dioceses | USCCBIn the United States, there are 194 archdioceses/dioceses, the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, and the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter.
- Archbishop | Religious Leader, Church Leader & Spiritual Authority ...archbishop, in the Christian church, a bishop who, in addition to his ordinary episcopal authority in his own diocese, usually has jurisdiction (but no superiority of order) over the other bishops of a province.
- Frequently Asked Questions about Archbishops | USCCBWhat's the difference between an archbishop and a bishop? An archbishop is the head of diocese that is considered to be particularly important for some reason (an archdiocese). In sacred matters, an archbishop is the equivalent of a bishop, but "archbishop" is considered to be a more prestigious title.
- Bishops and Dioceses by State | USCCBThe United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB’s) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy.
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