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vicar apostolic

 

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Noun vicar apostolic has 1 sense
  1. vicar apostolic - a titular Roman Catholic bishop in a non-Catholic area
    --1 is a kind of
    bishop

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Vicar Apostolic

Description:

A Vicar Apostolic is a bishop appointed by the Pope to govern a particular territory or region that is not yet established as a diocese. They have the authority to administer sacraments, oversee the spiritual needs of the faithful, and represent the Pope in their respective territories.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun (Title): The Vicar Apostolic of the region has been instrumental in revitalizing the local Catholic community.

2. Adjective: The Vicar Apostolic appointment ceremony was attended by bishops from all over the country.

3. Adjective (Describing a Diocese): The Vicar Apostolic jurisdiction covers a vast area with diverse cultural backgrounds.

4. Adverb: The Vicar Apostolic faithfully guided the faithful through challenging times.

5. Verb: The Pope decided to vicar apostolic the area in order to strengthen the presence of the Catholic Church.

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