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Why Anglicans cannot select a new worldwide leader
May 23, 2025
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CWN Editor's Note: While the Catholic Church selected a new Roman Pontiff in less than 3 weeks, the worldwide Anglican community has been without a leader since the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, resigned in January.
An explanation of the incredibly complicated system by which a new Archbishop of Canterbury is selected, and the series of disputes and gaffes that have delayed the process for months.
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