For you were going astray like sheep; but are now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer{"Overseer" is from the Greek episkopon, which can mean overseer, curator, guardian, or superintendent.} of your souls.
but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls: Their prior life is seen as wandering, confused, and bewildered sheep with no shepherd. Now that they are his; they are fed, guided, and cared for; they are safe in the fold.