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1 Timothy 3:1 - This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the position of a bishop, he desires a good work. Paul goes on to stipulate that they must be "the husband of one wife" (v.2), and have "children in submission" (v.4).
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∙ 9y agoYes, in some churches a female can be a Bishop. In the Catholic Church, and any related Christian Church with valid apostolic succession, no, the sacrament of Holy Orders is only valid for men.
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Who was organised as the first female bishop?
the first female bishop is rowen atcensosn bob
What is a female bishop called?
There are no female bishops in the Catholic Church so there is no term to describe them.
Did Saint Brigid of Ireland become the first and only female bishop?
There is no historical evidence to support the claim that Saint Brigid of Ireland became a bishop. In early sources, she is described as a powerful and influential abbess but not a bishop. The idea of her being a bishop is likely a later embellishment or misinterpretation.
Bishop in Spanish?
Alfil = Bishop (the chess piece) Obispo = Bishop (the person) - it is Obispo whether the person is male of female. Easy mistake -- Avispa = wasp (the insect).
Was St Patrick a priest or a nun?
Patrick was a bishop not a priest or nun anyway a nun i s a female's role
What is the name for a female pastor?
A female pastor is often called a pastor, reverend, minister, or clergywoman, depending on the specific religious denomination or tradition. Some denominations may use unique titles for female pastors, such as priest, rabbi, or bishop.
How do you put the word diocese in a sentence?
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Who was Elizabeth Bishop's husband?
Elizabeth Bishop never married. She had romantic relationships with women, including the architect Lota de Macedo Soares.
Are elvin bishop and Stephen bishop related?
Is Elvin Bishop related to Stephen Bishop are they Brothers
What is an auxiliary bishop?
It depends. An Auxillary Bishop is usually the assistant Bishop. When there is a large jurisdiction or region, the Jurisdictional Bishop usually appoints assistants.
Who is arch bishop?
The archbishop is a person like the pope but two steps down and the Bishop himself the arch bishop is one step down and when the Bishop dies the Arch bishop becomes the Bishop
Is j delano Ellis iii related to bishop William Ellis?
Yes! Bishop William is Bishop Charles uncle. Bishop William and Bishop Charles' father(Bishop David) were brothers.
