Archbishop Sarah Mullally vows to speak out against misogyny in the Church, despite criticism from some African church leaders who question her appointment.
As the first female archbishop of Canterbury, Mullally has vowed to use her position to call out instances of misogyny within the church. In a recent interview, she acknowledged that she too has experienced misogyny, both in her secular career and in the church. "It is fair to say that I have, both in my secular role as well as in the church, experienced misogyny at times," she stated.
Mullally's comments come after some African church leaders expressed dismay over her appointment, with Archbishop Henry Ndukuba of the Church of Nigeria saying it was insensitive to those who oppose female headship. However, Mullally remains committed to using her platform to promote equality and inclusion within the church.
In addition to addressing misogyny, Mullally has also pledged to be open about her record on safeguarding in the church. Her predecessor, Justin Welby, resigned over his handling of a safeguarding scandal, and some critics have questioned whether she is taking adequate steps to address similar issues.
House of Survivors, a group that supports victims of church abuse, has called for an independent listening exercise into safeguarding practices within the London diocese, where Mullally was previously bishop. The organization expressed frustration over what it sees as a lack of action on the part of the church in addressing allegations of misconduct.
Mullally's approach to her new role is one of listening and partnership, rather than confrontation. While she has been criticized for not speaking out enough on certain issues, such as same-sex marriage blessings, she emphasizes her commitment to understanding different perspectives within the church.
As the archbishop of Canterbury, Mullally faces a complex task in balancing competing demands and opinions within the church. However, with her vow to speak out against misogyny, she is taking an important step towards promoting greater equality and inclusivity within the institution.
As the first female archbishop of Canterbury, Mullally has vowed to use her position to call out instances of misogyny within the church. In a recent interview, she acknowledged that she too has experienced misogyny, both in her secular career and in the church. "It is fair to say that I have, both in my secular role as well as in the church, experienced misogyny at times," she stated.
Mullally's comments come after some African church leaders expressed dismay over her appointment, with Archbishop Henry Ndukuba of the Church of Nigeria saying it was insensitive to those who oppose female headship. However, Mullally remains committed to using her platform to promote equality and inclusion within the church.
In addition to addressing misogyny, Mullally has also pledged to be open about her record on safeguarding in the church. Her predecessor, Justin Welby, resigned over his handling of a safeguarding scandal, and some critics have questioned whether she is taking adequate steps to address similar issues.
House of Survivors, a group that supports victims of church abuse, has called for an independent listening exercise into safeguarding practices within the London diocese, where Mullally was previously bishop. The organization expressed frustration over what it sees as a lack of action on the part of the church in addressing allegations of misconduct.
Mullally's approach to her new role is one of listening and partnership, rather than confrontation. While she has been criticized for not speaking out enough on certain issues, such as same-sex marriage blessings, she emphasizes her commitment to understanding different perspectives within the church.
As the archbishop of Canterbury, Mullally faces a complex task in balancing competing demands and opinions within the church. However, with her vow to speak out against misogyny, she is taking an important step towards promoting greater equality and inclusivity within the institution.
. I mean, it's about time someone used their platform to call out these toxic attitudes 
. As a netizen, I've seen firsthand how important it is to have a strong female voice in leadership positions. And let's be real, it's not just about promoting equality and inclusion – it's about creating a safer space for everyone who's ever been marginalized or oppressed 
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. I'm all about structure and organization, but sometimes you just need to take a step back and listen to what people are saying 
. It's not always easy, but it's so important for building trust and creating positive change.
. I mean, I'm all about transparency and accountability – it's one of my favorite layout elements 
. It's a complex task, but with leaders like Mullally on board, I'm hopeful we can make some progress 
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! I mean, it takes a lot of courage to admit when we've messed up and be willing to do better 
. It's awesome that she's using her position to make a difference and promote equality in the church 
. Yeah, some people might not agree with her views on things like same-sex marriage, but I think she's got a right to express her own thoughts 
. Sometimes, all we need is someone to hear us out and have an open conversation about our differences 
. And let's be real, the church needs more people like Mullally who are willing to listen and learn 
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. One thing's for sure, it's gonna be interesting! 
The more I read about Archbishop Sarah Mullally's stance on misogyny, the more I'm reminded that true leadership means having a seat at the table, even when others don't want you to be there 
. It's all about creating space for others to share their perspectives too, rather than trying to silence them 
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and I love how she's prioritizing listening & partnership over confrontation 
. It's like, we need more people with experience taking on these issues so they can bring a different perspective to the table 
. I'm also curious about how she'll balance calling out misogyny with not wanting to alienate anyone 
. The fact that House of Survivors is pushing for an independent listening exercise into safeguarding practices within the London diocese is also super important 
) - sometimes you gotta take your time to figure things out, but then also speak up when it's necessary.
I mean, finally! A female archbishop who's not afraid to take on the patriarchy 
. It's about time someone with her level of experience and knowledge stepped up to tackle misogyny in the church 
. And let's be real, if she can handle being a bishop and dealing with all that drama 
, I'm sure she can handle calling out some dudes who think they own the place 
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. The church has a long way to go in terms of equality and inclusion 
. And yeah, I know some people are gonna be salty about her comments 
. If she's going to make waves, let's get behind her 
. Maybe this is the wake-up call the church needs 
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. It's great that she's committed to being transparent about it, but we need more action than just words. House of Survivors has been pushing for an independent listening exercise, and I hope that happens soon 
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