Bishop of Edmonton accompanies Archbishop of Canterbury on visit to Mozambique

Bishop Rob Wickham and Archbishop Justin Welby travelled to Mozambique this month, to celebrate the inauguration of the new province IAMA (Igreja Anglicana de Mocambique e Angola). In 2021 Mozambique and Angola become an autonomous Province of the Anglican Communion, having been part of the Anglican Church of Southern Africa since 1893.

The Diocese of London has partnered with Mozambique and Angola since 1998.

The below tweets were shared during last week’s visit, and show not only the celebrations but also a visit to Pemba and Chiure in North Mozambique to meet with people who’ve been traumatised by conflict.

The Diocese of London’s 2023 Lent Appeal will raise money to train leaders in Mozambique who can provide pastoral care and support for those with trauma. More information about the appeal will be shared with our churches in the new year.

The opening of a new church @IAMA_Anglicana this afternoon. Deeply moving to have @JustinWelby @DomMatsinhe and Bishop Dinis leading worship together. @ALMALondonD @dioceseoflondon @SheenaghBurrell pic.twitter.com/6quNyWgDAa

— Rob Wickham (@bpedmonton) November 19, 2022

In a full stadium today here in Maputo, Mozambique – music and prayer lift off the roof to celebrate the new Anglican Church of Mozambique and Angola. Praise be to God. May his hope and reconciliation be known here and around the world. pic.twitter.com/BWbDenwsUJ

— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) November 20, 2022

Now that's an offertory procession! In celebration of the new @AnglicanWorld Province @IAMA_Anglicana Jesus rejoices in Mozambique and Angola @ALMALondonD @dioceseoflondon @JustinWelby @DomMatsinhe @ArchbishopThabo @bishopSarahM pic.twitter.com/zvDKg0LAgj

— Rob Wickham (@bpedmonton) November 20, 2022

The Primates Cross, Staff, a gift of a Compass Rose jug and official paperwork in place. @IAMA_Anglicana is serving the people of Angola and Mozambique, proclaiming Jesus. Amen. @ALMALondonD @dioceseoflondon pic.twitter.com/dAM3Mh3aTe

— Rob Wickham (@bpedmonton) November 20, 2022

Wonderful to see you again David as well. Thank you for being a @Greenanglicans ambassador. https://t.co/eEALZeNGzc

— Rob Wickham (@bpedmonton) November 20, 2022

What an extraordinary welcome to Pemba and Cabo Delgado today. The @MothersUnion were also out in force to welcome @JustinWelby @ALMALondonD @IAMA_Anglicana @dioceseoflondon pic.twitter.com/KOJxPzfwGn

— Rob Wickham (@bpedmonton) November 21, 2022

Loving and serving in action over this extraordinary weekend in Maputo: Bishop Lucas having his feet washed by ⁦@JustinWelby⁩ @billbraviner⁩ ‘s morning prayer today ‘inspire us to give of ourselves for the blessing of others to your glory’ A prayer for IAMA & ALMA pic.twitter.com/RBkKbdGIhP

— ALMA London (@ALMALondonD) November 21, 2022

So happy to be in Pemba, north Mozambique. What a welcome! Here I am releasing a dove as a symbol of peace in this region where conflict has displaced nearly a million people. 🇲🇿 pic.twitter.com/oy9dv1cpai

— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) November 22, 2022

Hearing the stories of those personally affected by the trauma of conflict changes you. Thank goodness for safe spaces like St Mary Magdalen in Pemba, who provide love, support and basic provisions for those displaced in Cabo Delgado. @ALMALondonD @TW11Parish @dioceseoflondon pic.twitter.com/H3aCt1zABf

— Rob Wickham (@bpedmonton) November 22, 2022

Many gathered for worship this morning in Cabo Delgado with @JustinWelby and @DomMatsinhe It was profound. The young people of Pemba shared a Declaration of Peace for the region – powerful and prophetic. I will share when able @ALMALondonD @IAMA_Anglicana @dioceseoflondon pic.twitter.com/CjWyzP587d

— Rob Wickham (@bpedmonton) November 22, 2022

Such a privilege. Gathering with @JustinWelby in Pemba. This morning we gathered in St Mary Magdalen, twinned with @TW11Parish through @ALMALondonD Gifts were shared. pic.twitter.com/t6PE68519I

— Rob Wickham (@bpedmonton) November 22, 2022

I want the world to know what’s happening in this beautiful country, and help it leave war behind and reach its full potential. https://t.co/6mqCBk6mGc

— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) November 23, 2022

In Pemba, Mozambique, where I'm with govt officials, Catholic & Muslim leaders and young peacemakers to hear first-hand how conflict is inflicting terrible trauma on innocent people. Like these displaced mothers whose babies were killed. pic.twitter.com/Upusw2tSJi

— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) November 22, 2022

These vibrant young people in Libombos gathered with, and were blessed by @JustinWelby May they be and live that blessing in their lives and witness. @DioLondonCYW @IAMA_Anglicana @bpedmonton @DomMatsinhe pic.twitter.com/MvPwa6c7wv

— ALMA London (@ALMALondonD) November 23, 2022