American Bishop to Deliver Sermon at Harry and Meghan's Big Day

Let’s talk about something pretty special. An American is stepping into the spotlight at one of the most anticipated events of the year! Kensington Palace has just announced that The Most Reverend Michael Bruce Curry, the 27th Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, will give the address at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding on Saturday, May 19. This is no ordinary moment—it’s a historic occasion where tradition meets inclusion, and love takes center stage.

Bishop Curry, who happens to be the Episcopal Church’s first African-American presiding bishop, will stand alongside the Right Reverend David Conner, Dean of Windsor, and Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, during the ceremony at Windsor Castle. In a statement, Bishop Curry shared a powerful message: "The love that has brought and will bind Prince Harry and Ms. Meghan Markle together has its source and origin in God, and is the key to life and happiness." Now, that’s a sentiment worth celebrating!

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Archbishop Welby Weighs In

Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, couldn’t contain his excitement about Bishop Curry’s selection. He took to Twitter to express his delight, saying he was “thrilled” that the 65-year-old was chosen to deliver the sermon. Welby described Curry as “a brilliant pastor, stunning preacher, and someone with a great gift for sharing the good news of Jesus Christ.” It’s clear that the Archbishop sees Curry as more than just a preacher—he’s a bridge builder, someone who can bring people together through his words and presence.

Bishop Curry’s Journey to the Royal Pulpit

Now, here’s where things get even more fascinating. While Prince Harry and Meghan haven’t met Bishop Curry yet, his journey is one that resonates deeply with the couple’s story. Curry was born in Chicago, not far from Meghan’s alma mater, Northwestern University. He earned his degree from Yale Divinity School and served as a deacon-in-charge in North Carolina before moving on to become a rector in Ohio and Maryland. In 2000, he was elected as the 11th bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, and in 2015, he became the 27th presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church. That’s quite the journey, isn’t it?

Bishop Curry is also known for his commitment to inclusivity. He once said, “The mission of the church is to help the human family, with all its variety and all its diversity and all its differences, to find a way to become not simply a disparate community but a human family of God.” Those are powerful words, and they reflect the kind of world Harry and Meghan are trying to build together.

Curry’s Personal Life and Royal Connections

But there’s more to Bishop Curry than just his professional achievements. On a personal level, he’s married to Sharon, and they have two adult daughters, Elizabeth and Rachel. In his 2015 autobiography, Songs My Grandma Sang, Curry shared that his family lineage traces back to slaves and sharecroppers in North Carolina and Alabama. This royal wedding won’t be his first brush with the British monarchy—in 2015, Queen Elizabeth appointed him as a serving brother of the Order of Saint John. Talk about coming full circle!

So, as we gear up for this historic event, Bishop Curry’s role in the wedding isn’t just about delivering a sermon. It’s about bringing a message of love, unity, and hope to one of the most watched ceremonies in the world. And that’s something we can all get behind.

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