On November 18, 2017, His Eminence Archbishop Angaelos became the first Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London, having previously served as the General Bishop of the Coptic Orthodox Church in the UK since 1999. He is also designated as the Papal Legate representing the Church in the UK at ecumenical and official levels by His Holiness Pope Tawadros II.
Archbishop Angaelos is well-known for his advocacy work and has received prestigious honors for his efforts. He specializes in youth ministry and frequently speaks at global youth conferences and conventions.
Born in Egypt, he later emigrated to Australia, where he pursued higher education. In 1990, he returned to Egypt, serving as a monk in the Monastery of St Bishoy in Wadi-El-Natroun. He was consecrated as a bishop in 2017, becoming the Bishop of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of London, with his enthronement taking place on November 18, 2017. Archbishop Angaelos is actively engaged in advocacy, international religious freedom, and development work, and he is a respected commentator on various issues, including human rights and civil liberties.
