Engagement with Children and Young People 2023-11-16
2023-11-16
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Q1
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The question follows recent progress made by the Church of England to increase engagement with youth. It aims to assess specific actions taken towards this goal.
What recent progress has the Church of England made on increasing engagement with children and young people? This is important as it reflects efforts to create a more youthful and diverse church environment.
My hon. Friend is right to focus on this issue; the Church of England aims to double the number of children and young active disciples by 2030. Over £60 million has been awarded to five dioceses in support of these efforts.
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Q2
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The question builds on previous progress noted and seeks specific plans or initiatives beyond current efforts to increase youth engagement.
Recently, 12 young people from St Mary's church in Kenton and St Lawrence's church in Stanmore were confirmed. While this demonstrates attraction to the church, what further measures can be taken to attract younger individuals?
I am delighted about the confirmation event at St Mary's and St Lawrence's. The £60 million investment is yielding good results across the Church, indicating that more needs to be done in line with these promising developments.
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additional specific steps or measures beyond current efforts
More Needs To Be Done
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Q3
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The question addresses declining Sunday school attendance figures among under-16s and seeks innovative strategies to engage younger generations.
Sunday school attendance for under-16s has dropped below 100,000. Although the Church is reaching out to young people, are there plans to adopt different methods to attract them?
The hon. Gentleman is correct; the strategic mission and ministry investment board invests in organisations connecting well with young people through community projects, resulting in increased church attendance among this demographic.
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