In the last season of the show, Greenleaf season five brings the story full circle. The most heartbreaking scene of this season goes to the death of Bishop James Greenleaf, as he finally leaves his family after struggling with illnesses for a while. ... The family is tearful as they reminisce about James.

Who Killed Bishop Greenleaf?

However in season 5, episode 4 of the series, the true culprit was revealed. Lady Mae's brother Mac McCready was the one who lured Darryl into the church basement and then burned the church down.

What happened to the bishop on Greenleaf?

Bishop's death in the penultimate episode. He had health issues earlier in the series, and he was supposed to be going to see a doctor all this season. So it wasn't entirely surprising that he died, but the scene and the moment in which it happened was really a punch in the gut.