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.'
He explains that both statements are misleading, and that the Archbishop's roles in the Church of England and the wider Anglican Communion are limited.
Definition of 'Head'
When discussing these topics, it is essential to clarify 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 Mallally, 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 explain the actual roles of the Archbishop of Canterbury and their implications.
Author's summary: The Archbishop of Canterbury's role is often misunderstood.
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