Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion Congratlates and Welcomes Bishop Wood as the Head of ACNA

The Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion has welcomed and congratulated Rt Rev’d Steve Wood as the incoming head of the Anglican Church In North America ( ACNA)  during a conclave held in the crypt of St. Vincent’s Basilica at St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, 22 June  2024.

In a congratulatory message from the leadership of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion  The Archbishop Metropolitan and Primate of all Nigeria Most Revd Henry Ndukuba  told Bishop Wood : “We are glad that God found you fit for this task and has elevated you to serve Him in the capacity as the Archbishop of ACNA.”.

Archbishop Ndukuba in his warm congratulatory message to the new ACNA archbishop-designate noted that the Church of Nigeria joined in praying along with ACNA College of Bishops for a successful election that will bring on board yet another leader for ACNA who will continue the good works of his predecessors in office.

Excerpts from the statement reads:

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“We are glad that God found you fit for this task and has elevated you so serve Him in the capacity as the Archbishop of ACNA. No doubt this election is a testament to your dedication and service to the LORD and a significant milestone in your leadership and spiritual journey. Your commitment to the Gospel and your passion for spreading the message of love, hope, and redemption have made a profound impact on the lives of many, and we are glad you have been elected to continue in the biblical leadership of God’s Church.”

Dr. Henry assured him that, ” the Church of Nigeria as one of the Provinces that is in communion with ACNA, will work together with his leadership to strengthen the work of mission and also pray along with others for God’s continuous guide and strength.”

Primate Ndukuba asked for God’s wisdom, grace, and discernment to cover his leadership as the Primate of ACNA and looking forward to working with him in the years ahead.

Bishop Wood will serve as the third archbishop of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA), which was founded in 2009 and now comprises over 128,000 members in more than 1,000 congregations across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

The formal transfer of authority from Archbishop Beach, who is currently occupying the seat, to Wood will take place during the closing Eucharist of the Provincial Assembly on Friday, June 28, 2024.