Bishop
The Most Reverend / The Right ReverendThe Bishop holds the fullness of apostolic authority within the Diocese, exercising oversight over all clergy, parishes, and missional outposts. Addressed as “Your Grace” or “Bishop.”
Diocese of DOMA
DOMA follows the historic three-fold order of ordained ministry — bishops, priests, and deacons — adapted for a global apostolic context.
The Episcopate is the office of the Bishop and is the head and sign of the unity of the mission, people, and leadership of DOMA. The Bishop does not serve with unilateral jurisdictional authority alone, but as the shepherd, voice, and representative of the Diocese. The Commission on Ministry exists to advise, guide, and accompany candidates through the formation process toward Holy Orders.
Bishop Daniel Zopoula serves as the shepherd of Miz City Church and the Diocese of DOMA — Domus Misericordiae ad Omnes. Born in Africa and carrying a global apostolic calling, he leads DOMA as a house of mercy sent to all peoples and nations.
“The Word is our Parish” is not merely a motto — it is the mission he has been given and the life he leads. He oversees all formation, ordination, and episcopal authority within DOMA worldwide.
DOMA follows the historic three-fold order of ordained ministry, adapted for a global apostolic context.
The Bishop holds the fullness of apostolic authority within the Diocese, exercising oversight over all clergy, parishes, and missional outposts. Addressed as “Your Grace” or “Bishop.”
Priests serve as pastors, teachers, and celebrants of the sacraments within their parishes and communities. They are ordained to Word, Sacrament, and pastoral care under the Bishop’s authority.
Deacons serve at the intersection of the Church and the world, ministering to those in need, assisting in worship, and proclaiming the Gospel. They are the first step in the ordained ministry.
The Commission on Ministry (COM) accompanies every candidate through the formation process, conducting interviews at each phase, reviewing academic and mentoring progress reports, and advising the Bishop on readiness for ordination. The COM represents the communal nature of discernment in DOMA — no one enters Holy Orders alone.
The Bishop’s Council serves at the discretion of the Bishop. The function of the council is to advise and come alongside the Bishop in shepherding care, oversight of apostolic mission, doctrine, legislative work, and administration of the Diocese.
“The Word is our Parish”Diocese of DOMA — Domus Misericordiae ad Omnes