Sarah Mullally: A New Era for the Church of England

Author's summary: Sarah Mullally becomes the 106th archbishop of Canterbury.

"I do not know if the uniting love of Jesus will be enough to heal our broken parts in the end,"

says Cara Meredith. The appointment of Sarah Mullally as the 106th archbishop of Canterbury has generated significant attention, with many expressing surprise and excitement. As the first woman to hold this position, Mullally will lead the global Anglican Communion, comprising 85 million members from 165 countries and speaking 2,000 languages.

The Church of England was established in the early 16th century.

The Anglican Communion consists of 44 different churches around the world.

The Episcopal Church in the United States is part of the Anglican Communion.

Mullally's installation as archbishop is scheduled to take place in late January, followed by a formal service two months later.

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Baptist News Global — 2025-10-15