Young people have been getting involved with the appointment of the new Bishop of Bath and Wells.
The group of 30 were invited to meet as part of a consultation exercise and put forward their views of what they would like to see the future bishop bring to the diocese.
One of those invited to attend was 15-year-old Jacob, from Keynsham, who said he had enjoyed having his say on the future of the church.
He said: "It was really good to be involved. The evening was run really well and I had fun.
"We really need a bishop who is inclusive and who tries to listen to the voices of everyone, not just young people, and who is prepared to get involved in community life outside of church."
The consultation was organised by the Diocesan youth adviser Tony Cook and other staff from the Diocesan Education Department.
Mr Cook said: "There was a good spread of traditions and ages represented and their comments were measured, mature, inspiring and challenging.
"They were also not only concerned with their own views but also how the views of the whole church and our communities are being heard in appointing our new diocesan bishop."
Keynsham youth worker Dan Crouch was also involved and said he was impressed by what the young people had brought to the debate.
He said: "It was a really inspiring evening.
"This is the first time that young people in this diocese have been directly involved in the consultations to appoint a new Anglican bishop.
"The thoughts and ideas they expressed showed a maturity and understanding of the role of a bishop, which encourages me for the future of the church."
The appointment of the new bishop includes a wide community consultation, both within the local church and more generally across Somerset.
It follows the announcement back in November that the Rt Rev Peter Price will be retiring later this year after 11 years of service.
The next bishop is expected to be announced in the autumn, before taking up the position in spring 2014.
