Episcopal News Service
Following months of anticipation and media speculation, Downing Street confirmed Nov. 9 that the Queen has approved the nomination of Diocese of Durham
Bishop Justin Welby as the 105th archbishop of Canterbury. Welby's
enthronement as 105th archbishop of Canterbury will be held March 21,
2013, in Canterbury Cathedral.
Presiding
Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori said: "I am delighted to hear of
Bishop Welby's appointment as archbishop of Canterbury. He brings
knowledge of the immense challenges of the world in which the Anglican
Communion seeks to partner in the service of God's mission to heal and
reconcile." Read more here.
