The global head of the Anglican Church, Sarah Mullally, has met with Pope Leo at the Vatican, commending his recent remarks on justice and hope during his visit to Africa.

The meeting took place in Vatican City on Monday, where the two religious leaders held private discussions and joined in prayer. Their encounter highlighted shared concerns over global peace, justice, and the moral responsibilities of faith communities.

Speaking after the meeting, Mullally praised the Pope’s strong stance against injustice, noting that his message resonated globally at a time of growing uncertainty. She emphasized that his words not only condemned wrongdoing but also offered a sense of hope.

“You spoke powerfully against the injustices present in our world today, but you also brought a message of hope,” she said. “Your visit to Africa was filled with life and joy. The world needed that message at this moment.”

During his recent trip to Cameroon, Pope Leo criticized the human cost of conflict, warning that the world is increasingly being shaped by a small number of authoritarian leaders. His comments have drawn attention across religious and political circles.

Mullally’s visit comes at a time of internal tensions within the Anglican Communion, particularly as some churches in Africa distance themselves from global leadership structures. These divisions have been further highlighted by the recent election of Laurent Mbanda as head of the Global Fellowship of Confessing Anglicans, a conservative grouping that challenges aspects of the current Anglican leadership.

Despite these challenges, Mullally reaffirmed her commitment to unity and dialogue. She also announced plans to visit Africa in the coming weeks, with scheduled stops in Ghana and Cameroon.

The meeting between the two leaders signals continued efforts to strengthen cooperation between major Christian denominations while addressing both global crises and internal divisions within their communities.