catholic church hierarchy
The Catholic Church hierarchy refers to the structured system of authority within the Catholic Church, consisting of ordained clergy at different levels of leadership, from the Pope at the top, followed by cardinals, bishops, priests, and deacons, each with specific roles and responsibilities in the administration of the Church.
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