Church terminology

Cathedral

Official diocesan definition

The church where the bishop’s chair or cathedra is located. The cathedra is the symbol of the bishop’s role as chief pastor in the diocese. The cathedral is often the setting for special diocesan services and is in some sense the mother church of the diocese.

Also called

Cathedrals

Source

Definitions are based on the Church Terminology glossary of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto. Last verified 2026-08-05.

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