Diocesan polity

Diocesan polity is a church governance structure where authority is organized around geographical regions called dioceses, each led by a bishop. The bishop oversees church activities, clergy, and congregations within their diocese, ensuring doctrinal consistency and spiritual guidance. This system allows local churches to coordinate and collaborate under a shared leadership while maintaining a connection to the broader church organization. It balances local autonomy with central oversight, fostering both individual community identity and unity across the entire denomination.