One deputed by the Holy See to assist the diocesan in the performance of pontifical functions. As such the auxiliary lacks ordinary jurisdiction in the diocese and has not the right of succession to the diocesan see.
One deputed by the Holy See to assist the diocesan in the performance of pontifical functions. As such the auxiliary lacks ordinary jurisdiction in the diocese and has not the right of succession to the diocesan see.
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