Archbishop Sarah Mullally has formally paid homage to the King at Buckingham Palace, marking a significant moment at the start of her ministry as Archbishop of Canterbury. During the ceremony, she took an oath recognising the King as Supreme Governor of the Church of England, a tradition dating back to the reign of Queen Elizabeth I and observed by all diocesan bishops. Archbishop Sarah, recently confirmed as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury at St Paul’s Cathedral, was accompanied by senior figures including the Lord Chancellor and the Clerk of the Closet. Reflecting on the occasion, she described it as a privilege and spoke warmly of the King’s deep Christian faith, evident in his lifelong service to the nation and the Commonwealth. She also recalled paying homage to Queen Elizabeth II when she became Bishop of London, expressing gratitude for the continuity of royal support for the Church. As she prepares for her formal installation at Canterbury Cathedral later this month, she begins her leadership at a time of both opportunity and challenge for the Church of England, calling for prayerful support as she steps into this historic role.