The Church of England has announced that London will have its first-ever female bishop, the latest milestone for ordained women in the Protestant denomination.
In an announcement released Monday, the church announced that the Right Reverend Sarah Mullally will become the next Bishop of London, with her installation ceremony taking place next year.
In a message posted to the Church of England’s website on Monday, Mullally explained that she believes “there is a huge hunger for spirituality and new ways for the Church to meet that hunger.”
“The Church of England wants to be a Christian presence in every community – confident in prayer; speaking about and living out its faith; working creatively with the people around,” wrote Mullally.
“I made a commitment to follow Jesus Christ as a teenager. As one hymn puts it, I found in him my Star, my Sun. I look forward to sharing that good news with others as I come to London.”
The Church of England noted that Mullally has a professional background in nursing and is presently serving as bishop of Crediton.
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