The Latest Breaking News from the Anglican Communion

Cancer nurse turned archbishop celebrates election as first woman to lead Church of England

Sarah Mullally, a one-time cancer nurse who became a priest at the age of 40, was installed as archbishop of Canterbury

The Independent UK · Mar 25

First female Archbishop of Canterbury: Teenage me could not have imagined this

Dame Sarah Mullally is the first woman to be appointed to the top ministry role in the Church of England.

Evening Standard · Mar 25

First female Archbishop of Canterbury recognises ‘victims and survivors’ following historic installation

Prince and Princess of Wales attended her enthronement alongside Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer

The Independent UK · Mar 25

Conservative Anglican leaders meet in Nigeria, facing debate on a possible breakaway

Anglicans face a looming choice about whether their global church family can stay united

The Independent UK · Mar 2

Sarah Mullally to head Church of England: A look at women leading churches worldwide

Sarah Mullally’s confirmation as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury is not just a historic moment for the Church of England, it also highlights how uncommon it is for women to lead major Christian bodies around the world.

The Times of India · Jan 29

Anglican groups’ strong objections to Sarah Mullally’s leadership as first female Archbishop of Canterbury in 1400 years

Dame Sarah Mullally's historic appointment as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury has ignited global celebration and deep division within the Anglican Communion. While progressive provinces hail a milestone for gender equality, conservative factions voice theological objections, questioning unity and biblical interpretation. This landmark event underscores the Communion's ongoing struggle…

The Times of India · Jan 29

First female Archbishop of Canterbury vows to speak out on misogyny

Sarah Mullally ‘steps into history’ as first-ever woman to lead the Church of England

The Independent UK · Jan 28

First woman Archbishop of Canterbury pledges to speak out on misogyny

Dame Sarah Mullally has been legally confirmed as the new top bishop in the Church of England after a heckler briefly interrupted the ceremony.

Evening Standard · Jan 28

Global Anglican ties are under stress. It's unclear if they're at the breaking point

After decades of controversies over sexuality and theology in the worldwide Anglican Communion, some leaders of a conservative coalition says it’s time to make a final break from what has long been one of the world’s largest Protestant church families

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025

Justin Welby: I might preach in future but hope to never be on telly again

The former archbishop of Canterbury also said he can see the Anglican Communion splitting.

Evening Standard · Mar 30, 2025