The Archbishop of Helsinki is the senior bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland. This position is responsible for overseeing the church's activities in the capital region and providing spiritual leadership to its members. The archbishop also plays a significant role in national and international church affairs. The archbishop is based at the Helsinki Cathedral, a prominent landmark in the city. This role includes participating in ecumenical dialogues and representing the church in various public events. The current archbishop, as of 2023, is Tapio Luoma, who was appointed in 2018.