climate change Archives

Laudate Deum and COP28

December 4, 2023

During COP28 in Dubai, Francis from our Theology team reflects on the Pope’s urgent call to action on the climate crisis in Laudate Deum.

Season of Creation: Let justice and peace flow

August 29, 2023

The Season of Creation runs from 1 September (World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation) to 4 October (Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi) each year. Catherine Gorman from our Theology team takes time to reflect on Pope Francis’ message for the start of this season.

Sing a Carol for CAFOD this Advent!

November 17, 2021

Christine from our fundraising team shares her joy of music and carol singing and describes how you can support our Advent appeal by singing
‘Silent Night’ or your favourite carol, recording it for CAFOD and sharing on social media!

Sing a Carol for CAFOD!

How you can get involved with CAFOD ahead of the COP26 climate talks

September 9, 2021

This November, the eyes of the world will be on the UK as we host COP26 – the UN international climate talks in Glasgow.

As governments from across the world gather to discuss how to tackle the climate emergency, it’s vital that we demand leaders at the conference act to prevent global temperatures rising above 1.5C and protect our planet and people from the intensifying impacts of the climate crisis.

We must show Boris Johnson and the government that the Catholic community across England and Wales wants action now!

Feast of the Assumption: Looking at the world with eyes of wisdom

August 12, 2021

For the Feast of the Assumption, CAFOD’s Head of Theology, Linda Jones, reflects on how Mary can inspire us to become protectors of our common home.

Schools leading the way on climate campaigning

June 8, 2021

Over 50 schools have already taken action on the climate crisis as part of CAFOD’s Eyes of the world campaign letting world leaders know that tackling climate change is essential.

The Eyes of the world are on us

May 13, 2021

This year has been challenging for everyone. Again and again we have seen children and young people rise to the challenge. They have continued to look out for our global neighbours by joining our national assemblies, taking part in Walk for Water and writing messages to human rights defenders.

This summer let’s bring parliament into our parishes

April 22, 2021

Andrea Speranza from CAFOD’s Campaigns team explains how, by coming together in our parishes to meet with our MPs, we have a chance to build a fairer world after coronavirus.

Get 2021 off to a green start

January 1, 2021

Christmas Day is behind us and 2021 is arriving at last. As the New Year approaches and we look ahead to COP26 in Glasgow – the UN’s climate summit for world leaders – it’s a crucial year in the fight for our world and its poorest communities. Grace Cowley, CAFOD’s Community Fundraising Manager, explains how you can start the year with people and planet in mind.

Attenborough has inspired the nation, but we must hear diverse voices if we are going to change the world

October 20, 2020

With the current momentum around climate action, now is the time to highlight the experiences of those on the frontline of the climate crisis, writes CAFOD Director Christine Allen.