The process for the appointment of the next Archbishop of Canterbury is underway and, a key part of this, is the extensive consultation exercise that will take place in February and March. Wherever you are based, your views matter.

The themes that emerge through this consultation will sit alongside the ‘Statement of Needs’ produced by the Diocese of Canterbury, as well as other information provided by the National Church and Anglican Communion, in informing the Crown Nominations Commission (CNC) of the needs of the mission of the Church of England and the wider Anglican Communion.

Jonathan Hellewell (the Prime Minister’s Appointments Secretary) and Stephen Knott (the Archbishops’ Secretary for Appointments) would like to hear from you on three key questions:

1.What are your hopes for the ministry of the next Archbishop of Canterbury?

2.What gifts, qualities, skills and experience do you believe the next Archbishop of Canterbury should have?

3.Do you have any names that you wish the Crown Nominations Commission, nominating the next Archbishop of Canterbury, to consider?

This consultation closes on 31 March, so please ensure your response is submitted by that date. Your feedback will play a vital role in shaping the decision-making process as we seek God’s guidance on who should be nominated as the next Archbishop of Canterbury.

All comments received will be shared between the two Appointments Secretaries.

Ways to Submit Your Views

1. Online submission: Complete the consultation form by clicking the link below: https://www.churchofengland.org/ABC106Consult

2. Postal submission: You can also send your response by post to the address below:

Canon Stephen Knott
Archbishops’ Secretary for Appointments
Lambeth Palace
London, SE1 7JU

Why Your Input Matters
This is a unique opportunity to help inform the Crown Nominations Commission nominating the next Archbishop of Canterbury. We encourage individuals and communities across England and the Anglican Communion to take part. Every response helps us understand better the qualities that the next Archbishop should have to lead the Church in the years to come.

Learn More
For more details on how the next Archbishop of Canterbury is appointed and the role of the Crown Nominations Commission (CNC), visit our CNC appointment process page.

If you would like, please hold this important process of discernment – and all those involved - in your prayers:

Heavenly Father,
shepherd of your Church,
send us a faithful pastor
to lead with wisdom, courage, and love,
proclaiming your Gospel,
celebrating the sacraments,
and guiding your people in unity and truth.
Strengthen your Church, we pray,
and direct us in your ways;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.