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Anglicans, Catholics must work to overcome differences, pope tells archbishop of Canterbury

Anglicans, Catholics must work to overcome differences, pope tells archbishop of Canterbury

Junno Arocho Esteves · April 27, 2026

Although the path to full communion has become "more difficult to discern," Catholics and Anglicans must continue on the path of dialogue and "proclaim Christ to the world," Pope Leo XIV said in his first meeting with Anglican Archbishop Sarah Mullally of Canterbury.
Pope Leo assures archbishop of Canterbury of his prayers in message read after her installation

Pope Leo assures archbishop of Canterbury of his prayers in message read after her installation

OSV News · March 27, 2026

Pope Leo XIV has assured Archbishop Sarah Mullally, the 106th archbishop of Canterbury and the first female to lead the Church of England, of his prayers and invoked "grace, mercy, and peace … in truth and love."
Catholics are urged to be cautious over new Anglican schism

Catholics are urged to be cautious over new Anglican schism

Jonathan Luxmoore · March 9, 2026

As bishops and archbishops from the worldwide Anglican Communion sever links with England's first female archbishop of Canterbury, Catholics are being urged to maintain friendly ties while dropping illusions about future reunification.
First woman to lead Church of England in its 1,400-year history confirmed in ceremony

First woman to lead Church of England in its 1,400-year history confirmed in ceremony

Junno Arocho Esteves · January 29, 2026

Archbishop Sarah Mullally has been confirmed as the 106th archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman to lead the Church of England in its 1,400-year history. While her appointment has been welcomed by many, including Cardinal Vincent Nichols, it has faced opposition from conservative Anglican leaders in Africa.
Former Anglican bishop predicts new wave of conversions to Catholic Church

Former Anglican bishop predicts new wave of conversions to Catholic Church

Jonathan Luxmoore · October 24, 2025

A former Anglican bishop has urged church leaders to prepare for a surge of Catholic conversions, as a historic Vatican visit by King Charles III coincided with a deepening division in the worldwide Anglican Communion.
'Sad' but necessary end to Welby's reign

'Sad' but necessary end to Welby's reign

Canadian Anglicans weigh in on Archbishop of Canterbury’s resignation

Luke Mandato · November 22, 2024

While it was a “sad” end to Anglican Archbishop Justin Welby’s career, it was a necessary one, said a prominent Canadian Anglican.
Head of Anglican Communion resigns over failures in dealing with 'abhorrent' abuse case

Head of Anglican Communion resigns over failures in dealing with 'abhorrent' abuse case

OSV News · November 12, 2024

Archbishop Justin Welby of Canterbury, the head of the Anglican Communion, resigned Nov. 12 due to failures in dealing with a British abuse case.
Meeting Anglican primates, Pope Francis talks about overcoming divisions

Meeting Anglican primates, Pope Francis talks about overcoming divisions

Cindy Wooden · May 2, 2024

Unity within Christian communities and the unity of all the churches will grow only as believers draw closer to Jesus and learn to be honest in examining if they are listening to the Holy Spirit or to their own preferences, Pope Francis told leaders of the worldwide Anglican Communion.