Our Patrons

Archbishop Angaelos is the Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London and a leading voice for Christian unity, religious freedom and the dignity of vulnerable communities. Born in Egypt and raised in Australia, he entered monastic life at the Monastery of St Bishoy in Egypt in 1990, before being delegated to serve in the United Kingdom in 1995.

He was enthroned as the first Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London in 2017, serving the Coptic Orthodox community in the UK while also engaging widely across churches, civil society and public life. As a patron of Mosaic, Archbishop Angaelos brings deep insight into the life of Middle Eastern Christian communities, a strong commitment to religious freedom, and a compassionate concern for those affected by conflict, displacement and marginalisation.

The Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani has served as Bishop of Chelmsford since April 2021, leading one of the largest dioceses in the Church of England. Born in Iran, Bishop Guli came to the UK with her family following the Iranian Revolution, an experience which has shaped her ministry and her commitment to justice, welcome and the dignity of those who are displaced or marginalised.

Before becoming Bishop of Chelmsford, Bishop Guli served as the first Bishop of Loughborough in the Diocese of Leicester. She is also a member of the House of Lords as one of the Lords Spiritual and serves as the Church of England’s lead bishop for housing. As a patron of Mosaic, Bishop Guli brings deep personal understanding of the Middle East, refugee experience and Christian witness in contexts of vulnerability and change.

The Rt Hon Alistair Burt served as a Member of Parliament for more than 30 years, representing Bury North and later North East Bedfordshire. During his parliamentary career, he held a number of ministerial roles, including Minister of State for the Middle East at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and Minister of State at the Department for International Development.

With long-standing experience in foreign affairs, international development and the Middle East, Alistair brings valuable insight into the political and humanitarian contexts in which Mosaic works. As a patron of Mosaic, he helps champion our commitment to supporting vulnerable communities through locally led partnerships, practical assistance and long-term hope.

Dr Rowan Williams, The Lord Williams of Oystermouth, is a theologian, poet and former Archbishop of Canterbury. He served as Archbishop of Wales from 2000 to 2002 and as the 104th Archbishop of Canterbury from 2002 to 2012, before being made a life peer in 2013.

Widely respected for his theological depth, public wisdom and commitment to peace and reconciliation, Lord Williams brings a profound understanding of Christian witness in complex and fragile contexts. As a patron of Mosaic, he helps champion our vision of bringing hope, help and healing to communities affected by conflict, displacement and marginalisation across the Middle East.

Raymond Jolliffe, The Lord Hylton, is a former Crossbench member of the House of Lords, where he was known for his long-standing interest in human rights, conflict resolution, reconciliation and peacebuilding. He has worked with a wide range of charitable and international organisations over many decades, with a particular concern for vulnerable communities, interfaith dialogue and the search for just and lasting peace.

As a patron of Mosaic, Lord Hylton brings deep experience of public service, international affairs and charitable engagement. His commitment to human dignity, dialogue and reconciliation reflects Mosaic’s mission to bring hope, help and healing to communities affected by conflict, displacement and marginalisation across the Middle East.