When the bishops decided to phase out his old see, I thought for sure they'd retire him.

In the end, the eight bishops decided on a legalistic compromise.

For example in 1996 the Irish bishops decided that priests suspected of child abuse must be reported to the police.

If the peasant representatives could not agree, the bishops should decide the election.

"Each bishop decides what is the best course of action."

In 1952 the bishops decided the school could no longer be properly maintained.

I do understand why the bishops have decided to do this.

In 1823 the new bishop decided to replace the structure completely.

"But the bishops of the United States decided we would make these matters known."