Women’s History Month comes to an epic conclusion

March, Women’s History Month, comes to an epic conclusion, with the groundbreaking installation of Sarah Mullally to the office of Archbishop of Canterbury. Mullally is the first woman to hold this position in its 1,400-year-history.

The Rev. Karen Georgia Thompson, General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ, who knows what it is like to be “the first” — becoming the first woman and first Black woman to lead the UCC, elected in 2023, was present at this monumental event.

Thompson, who is also President of the World Council of Reformed Churches, elected in the fall of 2025, witnessed history in the making alongside the Prince and Princess of Wales and representatives from across the worldwide Anglican community.

Thompson posted pictures from Canterbury on her Facebook page, writing how she was “deeply moved by many women present representing many areas of life including clergy — bishops, heads of churches, moderators, etc. The church celebrated.”

Here are scenes from Canterbury.

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