DEVELOPING: Historic Appointment Made: Sarah Mullally Named First Woman Archbishop of Canterbury

BREAKING NEWS Sarah Mullally Named First Woman Archbishop of Canterbury, Historic Appointment Made LONDON - October 3, 2025: Sarah Mullally has been appointed as the new Archbishop of Canterbury, making her the first woman to lead the world's 85 million Anglicans. The appointment was announced today by the Church of England and the UK government. Mullally, 63, a former nurse and current Bishop of London, will take on the role after being elected by the College of Canons of Canterbury Cathedral and approved by King Charles III. This marks a significant milestone for the Anglican Communion, with Mullally becoming the fourth woman to be ordained in the Church's history. As Bishop of London, Mullally has been a prominent figure in the UK's religious landscape, also sitting in the House of Lords. Her appointment comes after Archbishop Justin Welby resigned over a sex abuse scandal. The impact of this historic appointment is yet to be fully felt, but it is expected to send shockwaves throughout the Anglican Communion and beyond. Mullally will take office at a critical time for the Church, with ongoing debates around its role in modern society. This is a developing story, with further details and reactions emerging as the day unfolds. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*