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Today, Justin Welby relinquished his bishop’s crozier upon the altar in the chapel at Lambeth Palace, a significant gesture that signifies the end of his time as Archbishop of Canterbury.
At the stroke of midnight today, Archbishop Justin will officially stop being Archbishop of Canterbury.
Archbishop Justin dedicated his final day in service at Lambeth Palace. The day commenced with Morning Prayer, proceeded to a midday Eucharist, and later included Evensong. In the evening, he participated in Compline, a service of reflective prayer that concludes the day peacefully.
During the day, Archbishop Welby took the time to connect with current staff, some friends, and previous colleagues. These meetings provided a chance for him to convey his thanks for their commitment, support, and collaboration throughout his ministry years. He expressed his gratitude for their roles in the Church and its mission.
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