Mullally will replace former archbishop Justin Welby, who announced his resignation in November after an independent investigation found he failed to tell police about serial physical and sexual abuse by a volunteer at Christian summer camps as soon as he became aware of it.
Sarah Mullally named the 1st female Archbishop of Canterbury in history of Church of England
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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby announced his resignation Tuesday, taking “personal and institutional responsibility” after an inquiry found he failed to promptly report abuse allegations against a Church of England volunteer.
Justin Welby, archbishop of Canterbury, steps down amid sexual abuse scandal in Church of England
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