About Anba Angaelos
Anba Angaelos was an Egyptian and British presbyter.
Bishop Angaelos is the Coptic Orthodox Bishop of London and is the official representative of Pope Tawadros II to the UK.
Early life
Angaelos was born in Cairo, Egypt and emigrated with his family to Australia, where he spent his childhood years. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in political science, philosophy and sociology, and went on to postgraduate studies in law whilst working in the same field. He was then enthroned as the first Coptic Orthodox Bishop of London (ecclesial title given by Pope Tawadros II) on 18 November 2017.
Political awards and activism
In the 2015 Queen's Birthday Honours, Angaelos was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to international religious freedom.
Bishop Angaelos is President of Bible Society.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Anba Angaelos?
Coptic Orthodox Bishop
When was Anba Angaelos born?
Anba Angaelos was born in Cairo.
What was Anba Angaelos's occupation?
Anba Angaelos was a presbyter.
What nationality was Anba Angaelos?
Anba Angaelos was Egyptian and British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Anba Angaelos. https://biography.guide/anba-angaelos/
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