Church of England

  • Historic Unity: King Charles and Pope Leo

    Historic Unity: King Charles and Pope Leo's Joint Prayer Marks Milestone in Anglican-Catholic Relations

    Oct 23, 2025 09:43 pm CST

    In a historic breakthrough for Christian unity, King Charles and Pope Leo participated in joint prayers at the Vatican's Sistine Chapel, marking the first such worship between a British monarch and Catholic pontiff since the 1534 English Reformation. This significant interfaith moment, which included conferring the title "Royal Confrater" on Charles, represents a major step forward in healing the 500-year rift between the Anglican Communion and the Catholic Church.

  • Historic Meeting: King Charles III Becomes First British Monarch in 500 Years to Pray With Pope

    Historic Meeting: King Charles III Becomes First British Monarch in 500 Years to Pray With Pope

    Oct 22, 2025 09:55 pm CST

    In a landmark diplomatic visit to the Vatican, King Charles III is set to make history as the first Church of England head in 500 years to publicly pray with the Pope. This unprecedented ecumenical service in the Sistine Chapel marks a significant moment in Anglican-Catholic relations while focusing on environmental conservation, a cause central to the King's lifelong advocacy.

  • Sarah Mullally Makes History as First Female Archbishop of Canterbury Leading the Church of England

    Sarah Mullally Makes History as First Female Archbishop of Canterbury Leading the Church of England

    Oct 03, 2025 05:36 pm CST

    Sarah Mullally breaks a 1,400-year tradition by becoming the first woman appointed as Archbishop of Canterbury. The former nurse now leads 85 million Anglicans worldwide, potentially challenging conservative Anglican branches while bringing her unique background in healthcare leadership to this historic role in the Church of England.

  • Historic Moment for Church of England: Female Bishops Lead Race for New Archbishop of Canterbury

    Historic Moment for Church of England: Female Bishops Lead Race for New Archbishop of Canterbury

    Oct 03, 2025 04:34 pm CST

    The Church of England prepares to name its 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, with female bishops among the frontrunners for the first time in its 1,400-year history. This landmark appointment follows reforms under former Archbishop Justin Welby and could reshape the Anglican Communion's approach to contemporary theological issues while navigating divisions between conservative and progressive factions worldwide.