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Justin Welby: Former Archbishop of Canterbury forgives serial abuser John Smyth • Mar. 31, 2025, 2:22 AM ET (BBC)
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Former Church of England leader says scale of abuse scandal was 'overwhelming' • Mar. 29, 2025, 6:46 AM ET (The Star)

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Also Known As Justin Portal Welby
Born January 6, 1956 (age 69) • London • England

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archbishop of Canterbury
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