The title pontifex refers to the head of the Pontifical Church, also sometimes referred to as Pontifex Maximus, Supreme Pontiff, and Holy Father. The pontifex is jointly the absolute sovereign of the Pontifical States. Elected by a two thirds majority of the College of Cardinals, the Pontifex serves for life.
While the pontificate is considered by the Church to be a continuation of the papacy of the ancient Catholic Church, the pontifexes of the Pontifical Church are usually listed separately. There have been eighteen pontifexes since the restitutio in 2717, listed in chronological order below.
| Pontiff number | Pontificate | Name | Birthplace | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2717-2745 | St. Konstantin I | Arkhangelsk | Discovered the Lux Orbis in Georgia in 2716. Was elevated to the Holy See in 2717 by the congregation of Arkhangelsk. Decreed the restitutio immediately thereafter, formally restoring the church as the Pontifical Church. Led the migration to the Doggerlands, and the establishment of Ekklesiovsk. Convened the First Council of Ekklesiovsk, and authored many of the texts now known as the Foundational Documents. Considered the founder of the Pontifical States, and a second Peter by the faithful. |
| 2 | 2745-2765 | St. Konstantin II | Arkhangelsk | The closest advisor of Konstantin I, Konstantin II continued the legacy of his predecessor in establishing the Pontifical Church and Pontifical States in the Doggerlands. Martyred in 2765. |
| 3 | 2765-2780 | Konstantin III | Ekklesiovsk | Known colloquially as Konstantin the Terrible. Oversaw a period of economic collapse and governmental corruption. Exercised authority despotically. |
| 4 | 2780-2803 | Konstantin IV | Ekklesiovsk | |
| 5 | 2904-2924 | Abramov | Ekklesiovsk | |
| 6 | Konstantin V | Ekklesiovsk | ||
| 7 | Konstantin VI | Ekklesiovsk | ||
| 8 | Popov | Ekklesiovsk | ||
| 9 | Konstantin VII | Ekklesiovsk | ||
| 10 | Popov II | Ekklesiovsk | ||
| 11 | Konstantin VIII | Ekklesiovsk | ||
| 12 | Popov III | Ekklesiovsk | ||
| 13 | 3016-3020 | Rokossovsky | Ekklesiovsk | |
| 14 | 3020- | Konstantin IX | Ekklesiovsk |
Pontifex Konstantin III (2780-2803)
Konstantin III was one of the only Pontifexes in Ecclesia’s history to allow total freedom of press and speech. Many of the first historical archives for Ecclesia are from this period. Konstantin III is described as a well-liked Pontifex, trailing only behind Konstantin I and Ibragimov. He helped correct several departments and projects which had been derailed by Konstantin II.
Pontifex St. Ibragimov (2904-2924)
Father Ibragimov, as he is most well known, is described as the most liked Pontifex in the history of the country. During his long 20 year reign, he allowed free speech, press, and assembly. He was known to constantly give personal donations to medical research, and always visited churches and hospitals throughout the nation. Often he would give away gifts and serve beer from the Pontifical Palace. He would appear on television answering questions and giving interviews. In total, he made more public appearances than any other Pontifex. Despite most Pontifexes being known for lavish tastes, Ibragimov always wore plain white cloth and without jewelry. It is believed no other Pontifex will use the name Ibragimov for fear of not ever being able to live up to the people's expectations.
Pontifex Rokossovsky (3016-3020)
See Pontifex Rokossovsky
Pontifex Konstantin IX (3020- )
See Pontifex Konstantin IX