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Church of England Publishes Job Ad for Next Archbishop of Canterbury

The Crown Nominations Commission convened its first private meeting with a nomination due by autumn

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The most recent Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, presided over the King’s coronation at Westminster Abbey
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Overview

  • The Diocese of Canterbury published a statement of needs outlining qualities such as utmost integrity, theological depth and prophetic advocacy on social and political issues.
  • For the first time in over 1,400 years the role could be held by a woman following an inclusive public consultation involving more than 11,000 participants.
  • Candidates must champion both men’s and women’s ministries, engage constructively with same-sex marriage debates and welcome the LGBTQIA+ community.
  • The job advertisement highlights challenges including reversing declining church attendance, sustaining rural multi-parish ministry and maintaining legal accountability for safeguarding.
  • After its inaugural meeting in May the Crown Nominations Commission will hold two more private sessions before shortlisting candidates and naming a nominee by autumn.