What responsibilities does a bishop have in a Latter-day Saint ward?

In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a bishop serves as the leader of a local congregation known as a ward, which typically consists of a few hundred members.1

The bishop is responsible for overseeing the religious life of the members within his ward. Through the ward, he organizes various essential functions, including:1

• Religious activities: Facilitating the spiritual life and worship of the congregation.1
• Social and economic activities: Coordinating community engagement and support systems.1
• Welfare: Managing the operation of the church’s welfare plan at the local level to assist those in need.1
• Tithing: Overseeing the collection and administration of member contributions.1

While the term "bishop" is used in many Christian traditions to denote a chief pastor of a diocese, the role within the Latter-day Saint structure is specifically focused on the administration and spiritual guidance of the local ward unit.12