Meaning of alternative episcopal oversight | Babel Free
Definitions
A system allowing parishes that reject the theological permissibility of the ordination or consecration of women to receive ministration from a bishop other than that of their respective geographical diocese, known as a provincial episcopal visitor or “flying bishop”.
Examples
“Near-synonym: extended episcopal care”
“Alternative episcopal oversight breaks this strong link⟳ between the local bishop and the geographical diocese; moreover, it undermines the bishop as a symbol of unity for the local church.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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