Princess William Attend Historic Woman Archbishop

0:00On March 25, the Princess of Wales and Prince William attended the historic installation of Dame Sarah Mallory as the new Archbishop of Canterbury at Canterbury Cathedral in Kent. This marched the first time a woman has held the role in its other 400-year history, making her the 106th Archbishop. Overall, the couple watched the ceremony as part of Roe tradition, with the Prince stepping in for the king, who serves as Supreme Governor of the Church of England. Dame Sarah arrived after completing a six-day pilgrimage on foot from London to Canterbury, a journey she described as uplifting despite the physical challenges. The service included traditional elements, like her, knocking three times on the cathedral door, with her pastoral staff to gain entry, followed by, swearing the corporal oath on a newly gifted St. John's Bible. School children from a local academy welcomed her with questions about her mission to serve and proclaim Christ's love. Crowds gathered outside the cathedral to witness this milestone, calling it a brilliant moment in history, among the 2000 strong congregation, where Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and conservative leader, Kemi Badanak.

1:10The Prime Minister praised the Archbishop's key role in national life and wished her success, while Dame Sarah highlighted the contributions of women. Throughout the ceremony, from African bishops to choral music by female composers. The Princess of Wales turned heads in an elegant monochrome look, featuring a new Czech cashmere coat, a houndstooth straw bowter hat, black heels, A, classic handbag, and pearl diamond earrings. She held on to her wide brimmed hat against the wind, as they were greeted by local officials before taking seats in the choir. Prince William and the Princess had met Dame Sarah earlier this year, and spoke with her briefly after the service, signaling their intent to build A. Strong relationship with the Church's spiritual leader as her public ministry begins.