The responsibility of the church to rural youth in the changing rural environment and activities in which the church becomes involved to fulfill its responsibility are presented in this document. The primary responsibility of the church to rural youth is to communicate its religious message and thus aid youth in making personal decisions. To aid in fulfilling its responsibility the church sponsors study conferences, conducts consultations and research, and utilizes the findings of social scientists. The church applies facts and insights through local congregations and parishes and strengthens community institutions. (SW)