Summary
The Church of England has appointed Sarah Mullally as the first female archbishop of Canterbury. Mullally will lead about 85 million Anglicans worldwide and replaces Justin Welby, who resigned after a scandal. Her appointment has caused criticism from some conservative church groups.
Key Facts
- Sarah Mullally is the first woman appointed as archbishop of Canterbury.
- She will lead approximately 85 million Anglicans globally.
- Mullally succeeds Justin Welby, who resigned following a child abuse cover-up scandal.
- Some conservative Anglican groups criticized her appointment due to her gender.
- Mullally addressed issues like migration and antisemitism in her first address as archbishop.
- She has supported blessings for same-sex couples in the past.
- King Charles III approved her nomination, and the Vatican congratulated her.
- Mullally will officially take the position in January 2026.
