Archbishop of Canterbury to present Classic FM Easter special

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby AP

The newly enthroned Archbishop of Canterbury will be presenting a special programme on Classic FM this Easter.

Archbishop Justin Welby will present the breakfast programme on Easter Sunday from 7am.

The programme will feature pieces inspired by the Easter story.

Archbishop Welby was enthroned at Canterbury Cathedral on Thursday before a congregation of 2,000 people, including the Prince of Wales, David Cameron, and archbishops and bishops from around the world.

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