👉 In the context of ecclesiastical jurisdictions, an "archdeaconry" refers to a specific area within a diocese or cathedral chapter. It is a unitary administrative division that covers a particular geographical area and includes a bishop who serves as its spiritual leader and presiding Bishop. Archdeacons are priests who serve in the diocesan hierarchy and are responsible for managing the day-to-day administration of the church's affairs, including the care of clergy, the maintenance of religious buildings,