👉 Episcopate is a title given to bishops who hold the position of bishop in the Roman Catholic Church. These individuals are responsible for overseeing and guiding the spiritual life of their diocese, including religious instruction, pastoral care, and liturgical celebrations. The episcopate was established by Pope Gregory I in 325 AD as an extension of the office of pope, which had been abolished during the reign of Emperor Caracalla. Episcopates are typically appointed to a position