“young people not merely as the hope of tomorrow, but as active and creative participants in the life of the Church and society today

Archbishop Makarios of Australia ›

Archbishop

Reported

“The Church has a duty to support and strengthen the Christian family, providing pastoral guidance and spiritual support throughout every stage of family life: the Christian education of children, the preparation of young people for marriage, overcoming the difficulties of life, and strengthening the bonds of love among family members.

Patriarch Daniel ›

Patriarch of the Romanian Orthodox Church

Direct quote

“in the Church everyone – from the highest hierarchical ministry to the layperson – is united by the love of Christ, and that each person is a bearer of the grace of the Holy Spirit, which does not dwell in a person automatically but is given in response to a pious life.

“Our churches should be places where young people know they belong, where difficult conversations can happen without judgement, and where those who are hurting find accompaniment and hope. To the young people gathered today: you are not only recipients of healing. You are also agents of healing. Through your commitment to justice, peace, creation, and community, you are already creating healing spaces.

“May our Lord enlighten the steps of our young people, bless their endeavours and grant them the strength to build a world better than the one we are handing on to them

“although young people live in different social and cultural contexts, they remain united by faith in Christ and by the same fundamental values: “meaning, love, truth and a future worth living”

“The Church will continue to remain alongside people, supporting them with the word of faith, prayer, and Christian love