Of these, the first became prior of Canterbury and the other two became successive bishops of Rochester.

The document was renewed by the bishop in 1339 and was presented to each successive bishop to re-confirm after his election.

The successive bishops of Palencia, who, as feudal lords, were invariably members of the noble families, include:

He resided at Chester for some time and acted as secretary to four successive bishops.

Story was careful of the privileges of his church, and in 1715 established his right to swear in the vicars-choral, notwithstanding the usurpation of successive bishops.

The review found that "significant errors of judgment" were made by successive bishops.

Among the successive bishops, Ubertello (1214) and Taddeo (1285) were noted for their beneficence and their efforts for the preservation of peace.

In St-Calais' time as bishop, a long-running dispute began between the monks of the cathedral chapter and successive bishops.

He began his career in the diocese of Bath, where he served two successive bishops, before joining royal service under King John of England.

Following reports of apparitions, successive bishops of Mostar ruled the claims groundless.