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Archbishop Moth Addresses Church Failures in Installation Speech

2/14/2026

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Archbishop Richard Moth, the 12th Archbishop of Westminster, was installed on February 14, 2026.
He addressed the Church's past failures regarding the abuse of vulnerable individuals.
He called for listening to those who have suffered and for safe communities amid concerns about migration and refugees.
Approximately 2,000 people attended the installation, including the new Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally.

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Story summary

Archbishop Richard Moth, the 12th Archbishop of Westminster, was installed on February 14, 2026.
He addressed the Church's past failures regarding the abuse of vulnerable individuals.
He called for listening to those who have suffered and for safe communities amid concerns about migration and refugees.
Approximately 2,000 people attended the installation, including the new Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally.