In Catholic tradition, a titular church holds a specific liturgical function. It's an architectural element, usually a parish church, designated as the official church of a cardinal. This designation, bestowed by the Pope, is a significant honor. The titular church is not necessarily the cardinal's place of residence or primary working location but serves as his official sacred space. The title signifies the cardinal's spiritual responsibility for the church's community and its spiritual well-being within the wider Roman Catholic Church. Its location can vary widely, but its symbolic meaning underlines the cardinal's connection to a specific parish and its faithful.