Role of the Archbishop of Canterbury
Martin Davie writes about the announcement of the Bishop of London, Dame Sarah Mullally, to be the next Archbishop of Canterbury, and the frequent references to the Archbishop as the 'head of the Church of England' or the 'head of the Anglican Communion.'
However, Davie explains that both statements are misleading, and that the Archbishop's roles in the Church of England and the Anglican Communion are limited.
Definition of 'Head'
When discussing the topic, it is essential to understand what is meant by 'head.' The term is used analogically, drawing a comparison between the role of the head in the human body and the role of an individual in an organization.
The announcement of the choice of the Bishop of London, Dame Sarah Mullally, to be the next Archbishop of Canterbury has been accompanied by frequent references to the Archbishop of Canterbury as the ‘head of the Church of England’ or the ‘head of the Anglican Communion.'
The author aims to clarify the actual roles of the Archbishop of Canterbury in the Church of England and the Anglican Communion, and the implications of these limited roles.
Author's summary: Exploring the limited roles of the Archbishop of Canterbury.
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