Archive · 1 Oct 2025
Next Archbishop of Canterbury Announcement Expected
The Church of England is about to announce its new leader, the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Two women are among the top choices, which could make history.
This follows a long process involving a special committee that considered many candidates.
The new Archbishop will lead millions of Anglicans worldwide.
Some people in the church disagree on important issues like the role of women and same-sex couples.
The decision is made after careful review and will be passed to the Prime Minister and then King Charles for approval.
It will be interesting to see who is selected to take on this important role.
The next Archbishop of Canterbury is expected to be announced on Friday.
Two women are among the frontrunners to lead the Church of England.
The appointment follows Justin Welby's resignation due to a child abuse coverup.
The selection process has been lengthy, led by a former spy.
Appointing a woman would mark a historic shift for global religious institutions.
- Who
- The next Archbishop of Canterbury
- What
- The announcement of the next leader of the Church of England.
- When
- Expected on Friday
- Where
- Britain
- Why
- To replace Justin Welby and lead the Church of England
Liberal Anglicans
Conservative Anglicans
Role of Women
Liberal Anglicans
Support women as bishops.
Conservative Anglicans
Believe only men should be consecrated as bishops.
Homosexuality
Liberal Anglicans
More liberal views are generally held.
Conservative Anglicans
Some believe homosexuality should be outlawed.
- Event
- Announcement of the next Archbishop of Canterbury
- Location
- Britain
- Number of Anglicans Worldwide
- 85 million
- Selection Process Lead
- Former MI5 head Jonathan Evans
- Current Archbishop
- Justin Welby