A woman who supports same-sex unions has been elected head of the Church of England for the first time

For the first time in the history of the Church of England, the post of Archbishop of Canterbury will be held by a woman. on October 3, 2025, the Bishop of London, Sarah Mullally, will officially assume this office. This appointment marks an important milestone in the development of the Anglican Church and the national life of Great Britain. This is reported by Sky News.

It is reported that 63-year-old Sarah Mullally has a long career in the Anglican Church. She comes from the county of Surrey, is married and has two children. She previously served as the «Bishop» of Crediton since 2015, and in 2018 she became the 133rd «Bishop» of London.

The new «archbishop» is known for supporting the blessing of same-sex unions, as well as advocating for a woman’s right to make her own decision regarding abortion.

Characteristically, the designation has received a positive response at the state level. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer congratulated Sarah Mullally, emphasizing the Church of England’s huge role in the life of the country. «The Archbishop of Canterbury will continue to be a key figure in our national life. I wish her well and look forward to working together, » said the head of government.

Recall, August 25, 2025 in the cathedral of Uppsala (Sweden) held an ecumenical «service» «Time of God’s Peace» to mark the centenary of the closing of the meeting «Life and Labor» in Stockholm in 1925, led by then-Archbishop Nathan Söderblom. Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople attended the event, along with Lutheran women «bishopesses» and representatives of other religious movements. The head of the Phanar was accompanied by members of the episcopate and clergy of the Patriarchate of Constantinople.