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A message from the Archbishop of Canterbury to bishops attending the Lambeth Conference

Archbishop Justin Welby has written to bishops as they read and pray about the Lambeth Calls that will be discussed during the conference.

22 July 2022

Global Anglican Communion given greater voice in choosing future Archbishops of Canterbury

Churches from the global Anglican Communion will be formally represented on the body which nominates future Archbishops of Canterbury.

12 July 2022

Former child refugee named as next Secretary General of the Anglican Communion

South Sudanese bishop, the Right Revd Anthony Poggo has been named as the next Secretary General of the Anglican Communion. 

14 June 2022

Nigerian, Rwandan and Ugandan bishops’ invitation to Lambeth Conference remains open

The Archbishop of Canterbury and Secretary General of the Anglican Communion respond to statement from three African Primates.

06 June 2022

Services to the Anglican Communion acknowledged in 2022 Lambeth Awards

The Archbishop of Canterbury has announced the recipients of the 2022 Lambeth Awards. The awards have been given to 37 recipients.

25 March 2022

Anglican Bishop in Europe condemns “unjustified and aggressive” war in Ukraine

Anglican Bishop in Europe, Robert Innes, has condemned the “completely unjustified and aggressive war” in Ukraine following its invasion.

01 March 2022

Anglican Primates’ Meeting moved from Rome to London

Anglican Primates' Meeting due to take place in March has been transferred from Rome to London due to Covid-related travel restrictions.

11 February 2022

Anglican Communion consulted on greater voice in choice of future Archbishops of Canterbury

The Archbishops’ Council considers a proposal to change the make-up of the body which nominates future Archbishops of Canterbury.

02 February 2022

Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a “prophetic voice in the church and the world”

Secretary General of the Anglican Communion describes Archbishop Desmond Tutu as a “prophetic voice in the church and the world.” 

26 December 2021

Archbishop of Canterbury’s Christmas Message for Anglican Communion

Watch the Archbishop of Canterbury's Christmas message to the thousands of churches in the Anglican Communion around the world. 

22 December 2021