Date: March 25, 2026
It is a joy to be in Canterbury today, a place where faith and history intertwine so powerfully. There is something profoundly moving about standing in a moment when history is actively being made. One senses both the weight of the past and the unfolding promise of the future.
I have the privilege of representing Virginia Theological Seminary and The General Theological Seminary at the installation of Archbishop Sarah Mullally. Her installation marks a historic milestone as the first woman to serve as Archbishop of Canterbury in our long tradition. It is a deep honor to be present for such a significant and hopeful occasion.
Let us hold the Anglican Communion in our prayers at this important moment of transition. Let us also pray for Archbishop Mullally as she begins this new chapter of leadership and service. May she be granted wisdom, courage, and grace for the work ahead.
The Very Rev. Ian S. Markham Ph.D.
Dean and President of the Virginia Theological Seminary and the President of The General Theological Seminary.Â