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Church of England Finalizes Key Members for Archbishop Selection Commission

The Crown Nominations Commission, chaired by Lord Evans, is set to begin meetings this month to nominate Justin Welby’s successor by autumn.

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Rev Canon Isaac Beach, a Maori priest and theological educator, is one of the electors from non-English churches

Overview

  • The Church of England has confirmed central and international members of the Crown Nominations Commission (CNC), with one diocesan slot in Canterbury still pending.
  • The CNC is scheduled to hold its first meeting later in May, followed by additional sessions in July and September, aiming for a nomination announcement by autumn 2025.
  • Justin Welby resigned as Archbishop of Canterbury in January 2025 following criticism over his handling of historic abuse allegations tied to John Smyth.
  • More than 11,000 people participated in a public consultation earlier this year, shaping the qualities and potential candidates for the next Archbishop of Canterbury.
  • Criticism has arisen over the prolonged selection process, with comparisons drawn to the Catholic Church's swift election of Pope Leo XIV in under three weeks.