Archbishop of Rome

The Archbishop of Rome is the lead bishop of the Roman Catholic Church and holds the title of Pope. He is responsible for guiding the Church, overseeing its functions, and providing spiritual leadership to Catholics worldwide. The Archbishop of Rome also plays a significant role in Church doctrine, governance, and global interfaith dialogues. The Pope resides in Vatican City, a small independent state within Rome, and is considered the successor to Saint Peter, one of Jesus Christ's apostles, who is traditionally viewed as the first Pope.