Conservative Anglican group says , `` Though it grieves us , it comes as no surprise '' The Rev . Libby Lane is named as the Church of England 's first woman bishop . She was elected in a vote by bishops and clergy at Lambeth Palace on Friday morning. ` On this historic day ... I am very conscious of all those who have gone before me '' Her appointment closes a thorny chapter in the church 's recent history .
Conservative Anglican group says , `` Though it grieves us , it comes as no surprise '' The Rev . Libby Lane is named as the Church of England 's first woman bishop . Lane : `` On this historic day ... I am very conscious of all those who have gone before me '' Her appointment closes a thorny chapter in the church 's recent history .