In other words, the Pope needs to keep any potential Bishops very close to him, virtually living with him for years, to closely observe them and weed out any unqualified candidates.
In other words, the Pope needs to keep any potential Bishops very close to him, virtually living with him for years, to closely observe them and weed out any unqualified candidates.
How are bishops chosen now? Do they work their way up in the church bureaucracy? Are they appointed by a Pope?
Whats the difference between a bishop and an archbishop?
And how do some bishops or archbishops get designated as cardinals in the church?
Is there a systematic problem with how people are recruited and promoted in the church?