Diocese of New York
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A diocese
is the basic regional unit of many churches. The Diocese of New York (each headed by a Bishop of New York) may refer to:
Diocese
A diocese is the district or see under the supervision of a bishop. It is divided into parishes.An archdiocese is more significant than a diocese. An archdiocese is presided over by an archbishop whose see may have or had importance due to size or historical significance...
is the basic regional unit of many churches. The Diocese of New York (each headed by a Bishop of New York) may refer to:
- Episcopal Diocese of New YorkEpiscopal Diocese of New YorkThe Episcopal Diocese of New York is a diocese of the Episcopal Church in the United States of America, encompassing the boroughs of Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island in New York City, and the New York state counties of Westchester, Rockland, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Sullivan, and...
- Orthodox Church in America Diocese of New York and New JerseyOrthodox Church in America Diocese of New York and New JerseyThe Orthodox Church in America Diocese of New York and New Jersey is a diocese of the Orthodox Church in America covering the states of New York and New Jersey. Holy Protection Cathedral on Second Street in Manhattan is the seat of the bishop, with diocesan offices located in Syosset, New York...
- Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New YorkRoman Catholic Archdiocese of New YorkThe Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York covers New York, Bronx, and Richmond counties in New York City , as well as Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester counties in New York state. There are 480 parishes...