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Welby Resigns Amidst Abuse Scandal
Archbishop Justin Welby's resignation from the Church of England amidst a sexual abuse scandal.
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- How will the process of selecting Archbishop Welby's successor unfold?
- The process to select Welby's successor involves the Crown Nominations Commission, which proposes candidates to the Prime Minister, who then advises the King. The commission includes clergy, laypeople, and a representative of the Anglican Communion.
- What are some of the internal divisions within the Anglican Communion?
- The Anglican Communion is divided on issues like homosexuality and the role of women, with some churches more progressive and others more conservative. These divisions have weakened the Archbishop of Canterbury's influence.
- What is the Church of England and what is its relationship with the Anglican Communion?
- The Church of England, also known as the Anglican Church, is the official church of England, established in the 16th century after separating from the Roman Catholic Church. It's part of the global Anglican Communion, with over 85 million members worldwide.
- Who is Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and why did he resign during an abuse scandal?
- Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby is the head of the Church of England and the spiritual leader of the Anglican Communion. He resigned due to his failure to promptly report the sexual abuse of children by a volunteer at Christian summer camps, as revealed by an independent investigation.
- What is the role of the Archbishop of Canterbury within the Church of England and the wider Anglican Communion?
- The Archbishop of Canterbury is the head of the Church of England and is considered the spiritual leader of the Anglican Communion, although each of the 46 Anglican churches has its own primate. Justin Welby served as the 105th Archbishop of Canterbury.