of attention. In contrast, to manage the practical affairs of the church was rather mundane. Because of this attitude Paul felt it wise to remind the congregation that to desire the task of general oversight was in fact an honorable ambition. Older translations use the word “bishop” for this particular church office. More recent translations use titles such as “overseer” (NIV), “superintendent” (Goodspeed) or “pastor” (Williams). The problem with “bishop” is that for most readers it suggests a prominent