Prince William keen to build 'strong and meaningful' bond with Church
Key Takeaways
- Prince William aims to build a strong, meaningful bond with the Church of England.
- He will attend the installation ceremony of the new Archbishop of Canterbury this week.
- A royal aide says his commitment to the Church is quieter than people expect.
William's bond with Church
The Prince of Wales is "keen to build a strong and meaningful bond" with the Church of England, a royal aide has said, ahead of the future monarch attending the new Archbishop of Canterbury's official installation this week.
“- Published The Prince of Wales is "keen to build a strong and meaningful bond" with the Church of England, a royal aide has said, ahead of the future monarch attending the new Archbishop of Canterbury's official installation this week”
Monarchs' church role
British monarchs serve as the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, and hold the title Defender of the Faith.
Dame Sarah installation
On Wednesday, Dame Sarah Mullally will be installed as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.
“- Published The Prince of Wales is "keen to build a strong and meaningful bond" with the Church of England, a royal aide has said, ahead of the future monarch attending the new Archbishop of Canterbury's official installation this week”
Leadership themes quote
"Faith, service and responsibility are themes that have long shaped the role he will one day inherit, and they are things he approaches in his own thoughtful way," they added.
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