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Bishopric

usgb/ˈbɪʃəprɪk/Volume
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Geographical UsePlay
Refers to an area, often called a 'diocese', where a bishop has authority. SlideBishop Ava manages the affairs within the bishopric of Essex.
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Church AdministrationPlay
Involves administrative and spiritual duties a bishop oversees in an area. SlideThe bishopric of Hereford has recently organized a regional synod.
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Common MisidentificationPlay
Don't confuse 'bishopric' with 'bishop', the latter refers to the person, not the area. SlideOlivia mistakenly referred to the bishop as the bishopric during her speech.