Speaking at the CBI conference on Monday, where the political party leaders also pitched their ideas to the business community, the Archbishop of Canterbury took part in a discussion about social inequality.
The discussion was chaired by Faisal Islam, BBC's economics editor and also included Denise Wilson, Ruth Harrison and Brian Gilvary - who all work in business and equality.
When the panel were talking about inclusion and diversity, Archbishop Justin said: "Our founder Jesus Christ was of course not white, middle class and British...by any standard of imagination.
"Are you sure?" asked Faisal Islam.
"I'm absolutely certain - he certainly wouldn't have got a visa, unless we're particularly short of carpenters".
He went on to say that every person has equal human dignity.
Making sure every person is able to live with dignity is central to the teachings of Jesus Christ. Looking forward to being at #CBI2019 this afternoon, where I'll be joining a panel discussion on ways to tackle social inequality.
— Archbishop of Canterbury (@JustinWelby) November 18, 2019
They also discussed gender parity on company boards, whether companies should make relationships which have climate change implications and social injustice.
The Archbishop of Canterbury also said he thought business was indispensable and must earn enough to cover their costs and be profitable but that "no business exists for itself alone".
He argued that otherwise it becomes part of a dysfunctional society and that a good business has a community aspect and promotes a just and fair economy.
@JustinWelby profit is necessary but not sufficient. We need a fair and just economy. An inclusive one. #socialinequality debate @CBItweets #CBI2019 pic.twitter.com/HybgeVJ2nL
— Rain Newton-Smith (@RainNewtonSmith) November 18, 2019
Here with my fave Archbishop @JustinWelby and BP boss Brian Gilvary at @CBItweets - and surely @DeborahJFraser has to win CBI tweet of the week with Lads on Tour!!! https://t.co/nAXhkfP0Sp
— Alastair TACTICAL VOTE FOR PEOPLE'S VOTE Campbell (@campbellclaret) November 18, 2019
The whole session can be watched below, from 06:45:00:
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