The Diocese of York believes

• All human beings are loved by God and are of unique worth to God whatever their gender, ethnicity, ability or age.
  
• Children and young people have a special place in the Kingdom of God.
  
• The Church values and appreciates children and young people in the same way as all other members of the Church family.
  
• The Church should provide children and young people with a safe and welcoming environment and actively involve them in its life.
  
• Appropriate support, training and encouragement should be provided for all who work among children and young people.

• Experiencing God
  For example: hearing and learning from the stories of God; knowing God’s love through our Lord Jesus Christ; experiencing God through relationships with others; recognising that faith affects all aspects of life; developing gifts for mission and ministry.
  
• Developing a relationship with God by the Holy Spirit
  For example: enjoying prayer and worship that is accessible and appropriate; creating their own worship; leading and teaching others.
  
• Helping to further God’s Kingdom
  For example: evangelism by children and young people, telling their own stories of God; working for a better society; caring for others, both near and far; working for justice and peace.
  
• Caring for God’s creation
  For example: sharing what we have with others; acknowledging the Christian responsibility to the poor, the weak, the needy and future generations; actively caring for the environment.
  
• Being valued by and valuing the Church
  For example: participating fully in the life of the Church; being recognised in decision-making; taking responsibility for their part within it.

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