U.S. bishops

U.S. bishops are leaders within the Catholic Church, each overseeing a specific region called a diocese or archdiocese. They are responsible for guiding local churches, teaching Catholic doctrine, and addressing social issues from a faith perspective. As successors to the apostles, bishops work collectively through the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) to coordinate church efforts across the country. They serve as spiritual leaders, moral authorities, and administrators, ensuring that the mission of the Church is upheld in their communities while fostering faith, charity, and social justice.