New archbishop of Canterbury acknowledges abuse of ‘victims and survivors’ in first sermon

The Guardian - World News Human InterestNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by Harriet SherwoodMarch 25, 2026 at 07:31 PM

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Sarah Mullally was formally installed as the first female archbishop of Canterbury at Canterbury Cathedral. In her first sermon, she acknowledged the pain inflicted on abuse victims and survivors by the Church of England, pledging commitment to truth, compassion, and justice. The ceremony, attended by dignitaries including the Prince and Princess of Wales and the Prime Minister, marked Mullally's assumption of leadership over the Church of England and the global Anglican church. Mullally's predecessor, Justin Welby, resigned after criticism regarding his handling of abuse allegations. The service followed a six-day pilgrimage Mullally made on foot from London to Canterbury.

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We must not overlook or minimise the pain experienced by those who have been harmed.

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Mullally became the de facto leader of the Church of England and the 85-million strong global Anglican church.

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Justin Welby resigned after criticism for failing to respond properly to allegations against John Smyth.

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Mullally acknowledged the pain caused to victims and survivors of abuse by the Church of England.

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Sarah Mullally is the first female archbishop of the Church of England.

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London 30% Keir Starmer 30% St Paul's Cathedral 30% NHS 30% Kemi Badenoch 30% Princess of Wales ×240% Prince of Wales 40% Canterbury Cathedral 50% John Smyth 50% Justin Welby 60% Church of England ×480% Sarah Mullally ×690%

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