The pre-Reformation Diocese of Brechin or Diocese of Angus was one of the thirteen historical dioceses of Scotland. The diocese was believed to have been founded by Bishop Samson in 1153, and based at the cathedral in Brechin, Angus. At the Reformation, the cathedral, churches and jurisdiction of the diocese were transferred to the Church of Scotland. The Diocese was led by the Bishop of Brechin until 1688 but, since 1848, has been led by the Bishop of Brechin (Episcopal).

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  • The pre-Reformation Diocese of Brechin or Diocese of Angus was one of the thirteen historical dioceses of Scotland. The diocese was believed to have been founded by Bishop Samson in 1153, and based at the cathedral in Brechin, Angus. At the Reformation, the cathedral, churches and jurisdiction of the diocese were transferred to the Church of Scotland. The Diocese was led by the Bishop of Brechin until 1688 but, since 1848, has been led by the Bishop of Brechin (Episcopal).
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  • The pre-Reformation Diocese of Brechin or Diocese of Angus was one of the thirteen historical dioceses of Scotland. The diocese was believed to have been founded by Bishop Samson in 1153, and based at the cathedral in Brechin, Angus. At the Reformation, the cathedral, churches and jurisdiction of the diocese were transferred to the Church of Scotland. The Diocese was led by the Bishop of Brechin until 1688 but, since 1848, has been led by the Bishop of Brechin (Episcopal).
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  • Diocese of Brechin
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