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Here are St. Paul’s criteria for bishop candidates

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Philip Kosloski - published on 02/19/19
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St. Paul wanted to make sure that those chosen to be bishops were worthy of the title and responsibilities.In his letters to Timothy and Titus, St. Paul laid out very specific qualifications for bishops who would shepherd a community of Christian believers. He wanted to make sure that the bishops chosen were worthy of the title and responsibilities.

Flip the cards below to learn what St. Paul had to say about the qualities needed to become a bishop.

 


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