The Archbishop of Canterbury’s representative to the Holy See and
director of the Anglican Centre in Rome (ACR), Archbishop David Moxon,
is to retire in June next year after four years in the post.
Archbishop
Justin Welby and the governors of the ACR have begun the search for an
Anglican bishop to succeed him for the combined post, which has been
dubbed “the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Spymaster General.
“We have indeed been fortunate to have Archbishop Sir David Moxon as
director of the centre for the past four years, and concurrently as my
representative to the Holy See,” Archbishop Justin Welby said. “David's
experience as a Primate, and uniquely, in his case, as Anglican co-chair
of ARCIC, has strengthened the centre’s standing and profile
enormously.
“Building on the excellent work of his predecessor, David has
pioneered joint work on practical social ethical issues. He has
strengthened links with the Papal household through a number of events
where he has accompanied the Holy Father in blessing the faithful of all
churches. His work stands his successor in good stead to build
further.”
A spokesperson for the ACR governors sad that “replacing Archbishop
David Moxon involves finding an Anglican bishop with the experience and
stature required to represent the Archbishop of Canterbury at this
opportune time in Anglican – Roman Catholic relationships.
“The post-holder acts as a two way ambassador between the Vatican and
both the Archbishop of Canterbury and the wider Anglican Communion. The
post-holder is also the director of the Anglican Centre in Rome and, as
a consequence, the role is multi-layered, binding together
ambassadorial, educational, pastoral and interpretive elements.
“The person needs to be theologically able with good linguistic
ability. A knowledge of Italian is preferable and a willingness and
ability to learn Italian is essential.”
The appointed person will be provided with accommodation at the
Anglican Centre in Rome’s complex at the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, in the
heart of historic Rome. The appointment is expected to be for a
five-year period.
The closing date for applications is 31 December.
Interviews will be
held in Rome on 9 February, and in London in March.
The detailed job
description and application guidance is available by clicking here.