Welby Resigns Amid Church Abuse Scandal
Welby Resigns Amid Church Abuse Scandal
Welby Resigns Amid Church Abuse Scandal
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Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, announced his resignation following a damning report on his handling of historic abuse cases linked to the late John Smyth, a British lawyer accused of abusing over 100 boys and young men at Christian camps. The independent Makin Review criticized Welby for not ensuring a thorough investigation into the allegations when he was informed in 2013, which allowed Smyth to evade justice before his death in 2018. Welby expressed profound shame over the Church of England's safeguarding failures and sought permission from King Charles to resign, acknowledging his responsibility for the prolonged inaction. His resignation comes amid a backdrop of significant challenges during his tenure, including navigating contentious issues within the Anglican community, and his successor is tasked with addressing these ongoing divisions and declining church attendance. Welby's decision has been met with varied reactions, including support from clergy who believe it marks a necessary step toward cultural change in the church's leadership. The Church of England now faces the challenge of rebuilding trust following decades of silence and inadequate responses to abuse allegations.

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