The Canterbury Tale: Archbishop of Canterbury-designate Dame Sarah Mullally delivers an address in the Quire of Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, following the announcement that she will be the 106th archbishop of Canterbury, the first time a woman has been appointed to the role in the Church of England's history. Picture date: Friday October 3, 2025.

Will Women Rising in the Church of England Influence the Vatican?

by Michael McGough October 22, 2025October 23, 2025

When King Charles attends a prayer service at the Vatican this week, it will be just a prelude to 2026, when a woman becomes the Archbishop of Canterbury.

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