- 20.03.2025
Hierarchical Roles in Church Leadership
In the world of church hierarchy, the role of the metropolitan stands out not only for its spiritual eminence but also for its significant administrative powers. An introduction to this subject reveals a picture in which the metropolitan becomes not merely a spiritual mentor but also the leader of a group of bishops united under his guidance, enabling him to influence several parishes simultaneously. Such a leader consistently upholds traditions and order in metropolitan regions or major cities, where his word is decisive in matters of management and conflict resolution.