encyclopediaPrimacyThe supreme episcopal jurisdiction of the pope as pastor and governor of the Universal ChurchShareClick to enlargePrimacy (Lat. primatus, primus, first), the supreme episcopal jurisdiction of the pope as pastor and governor of the Universal Church. (See Pope.) Did you like this content? Please help keep us ad-free Donate $5More from Catholic.com ‹›Enjoying this content? Please support our mission!Donatewww.catholic.com/support-us