
Guli Francis-Dehqani
Bishop of Chelmsford and a leading candidate to become the next Archbishop of Canterbury. Born in Iran, her family came to the UK as refugees after her brother was murdered in the wake of the Iranian Revolution.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 23min
Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani: We were outsiders
Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani, the Bishop of Chelmsford and a leading candidate for Archbishop of Canterbury, shares her unique journey as an Iranian refugee. She discusses her Persian heritage and the emotional complexities of longing for home amidst exile. Guli emphasizes the need for modernizing the role of the Archbishop and championing inclusive dialogue within the Anglican Communion. She also sheds light on navigating diversity in the Church, advocating for marginalized communities and confronting challenges around leadership and social justice.

Feb 11, 2024 • 37min
Guli Francis-Dehqani, Church of England Bishop
Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani, a refugee from Iranian Revolution, shares her experiences and discusses topics like quiet contemplation, faith and identity, growing up in a Muslim family, and making sense of her story. She also reflects on the podcast experience and shares health tips.