Church Hierarchy

Church hierarchy refers to the organized structure of leadership within a Christian church, delineating roles and authority. At the top is the pope or chief bishop, overseeing the entire church body. Beneath are cardinals, archbishops, bishops, priests, and deacons, each with specific responsibilities. Bishops supervise dioceses (regions), priests serve local congregations, and deacons assist with service and liturgy. This hierarchy ensures spiritual guidance, doctrinal consistency, and administrative order, allowing the church to function cohesively across different communities while maintaining tradition and unity.