Historic Milestone: New Archbishop of Wales

Historic Milestone: New Archbishop of Wales

In a groundbreaking moment for the Church in Wales, the Rt Revd Cherry Vann has been elected as the 15th Archbishop, marking the first time a woman has held this esteemed position within this part of the Anglican Communion. This election is a beacon of progress and hope for inclusive leadership in the church.

Archbishop Cherry, originally from Leicestershire, has served as Bishop of Monmouth since 2020. Her journey began with her ordination as a deacon in 1989, and she was among the pioneering women ordained as priests in the Church of England in 1994. She also dedicated 11 years as Archdeacon of Rochdale in Manchester before her episcopal consecration.

"My priority is to address recent challenges with healing and reconciliation, fostering trust within the Church and the wider community," Archbishop Cherry shared upon her election.

The Diocese of Monmouth warmly welcomes her leadership, recognizing her steady guidance and compassionate care for clergy and laity alike. Her faith is deeply rooted yet open, inspiring many across diverse perspectives.

For more details, visit Anglican News.

Year	Milestone	Role
1989	Ordained as Deacon	Church of England
1994	Among first women ordained as Priest	Church of England
2009-2020	Archdeacon of Rochdale	Diocese of Manchester
2020	Consecrated Bishop of Monmouth	Church in Wales
2025	Elected 15th Archbishop of Wales	Church in Wales