vyskupas
Vyskupas is the Lithuanian title for a bishop within the Roman Catholic Church. The term is masculine; the feminine form is vyskupė, and the plural vyskupai. A vyskupas governs a diocese, supervising its parishes, clergy, and institutions, and presiding over diocesan liturgies. Higher-ranking bishops are called arkivyskupas (archbishop).
Role and duties: He teaches the Catholic faith, confirms the faithful, ordains priests and deacons, and oversees
Appointment and tenure: Bishops are appointed by the pope; they are consecrated as bishops in a liturgical
History and context: In Lithuania, bishops have played a central role since the Christianization of the country
Etymology: The word vyskupas derives from the Latin episcopus, via historical Christian usage and contact with