Archbishop: Sense of duty ‘never wavered’

THE Archbishop of Canterbury praised Theresa May’s ‘sense of public duty that never wavered’ yesterday.

Justin Welby also asked for the nation to ‘pause and pray’ for the PM and her husband, both of whom are regular church-goers.

The Archbishop tweeted: ‘During the last three years of leading our nation through times of profound change and uncertainty, Theresa May has shown determination, resilience and a sense of public duty that has never wavered.

‘That is a service to us all that deserves our admiration and gratitude.

‘As Mrs May prepares to stand down from office over the coming months, this is a moment to pause and pray for her and her husband, Philip, whose support has been unwavering, and for all those around them working to ensure a smooth transition into new leadership.

‘Every day in churches across the country, we pray for our political leaders. We pray that they be guided and strengthened in wise leadership that strives for the common good.

‘We pray too for their protection, safety and wellbeing in the roles they take on for the benefit of our communities and our nation.

‘In these critical times, people of faith should commit to pray for all those who lead, all those who are led, and work together with all of goodwill.’