April 24, 2025
The London Marathon is just a few days away, and CAFOD has 38 brave souls who are ready to take their places on the starting line. We’d like to introduce you to Matt and Felicia who have been training and fundraising for the Marathon in support of CAFOD’s work around the world.
Continue reading “The London Marathon is this weekend!”April 15, 2025
This spring, TeamCAFOD has been out in full force – pounding the pavements of both Rome and London to raise vital funds for communities around the world.
From the historic streets of the Italian capital to the vibrant landmarks of central London, our incredible runners have shown that every mile really can make a difference.
Continue reading “TeamCAFOD runners take on Rome and London”April 11, 2025
Lent is drawing to a close and Holy Week is just around the corner. We’d like to invite you to join us in CAFOD’s Walk to Easter.
Continue reading “Join us for the Walk to Easter”April 10, 2025
The London Marathon 2025 is just over 2 weeks away and TeamCAFOD runners are gearing up for what promises to be a truly unforgettable day. Among them are Joe and Kate, two dedicated team members who are not only preparing for the physical and mental challenges of the race but are also fundraising for CAFOD’s vital work.
Continue reading “TeamCAFOD at the London Marathon 2025: Two weeks to go!”March 31, 2025
Ana Ingles and Jane Irwin organised a Community Big Lent Walk in Rickmansworth for over 50 parishioners and members of their local community.
Continue reading “The Chess Valley Community Big Lent Walk”March 25, 2025
On the feast of the Annunciation, Catherine from our Theology team reflects on Mary’s example of hope and faith in God.
In Lent, our thoughts travel towards Jesus’ death, as we prepare to celebrate the new life that the resurrection brings. But this week, we cast our minds back to the Annunciation. The day when Mary first finds out that she will give birth to God’s Son.
Explore our daily Lent reflections as you prepare for Easter.
Continue reading “Annunciation hope in the Jubilee Year”March 21, 2025
On Saturday 8 March, more than 60 local people from Caversham, Tilehurst and Reading took part in CAFOD’s Big Lent Walk, walking the first stage of St James Way as part of the historic Camino Ingles (English Way).
Continue reading “Reading parishes’ Big Lent Walk along the Camino Ingles”March 19, 2025
As communities across the country lace up their shoes for The Big Lent Walk, we’re feeling inspired by two incredible supporters who are taking on this challenge with love, compassion and a deep sense of purpose.
Continue reading “Why they’re walking: Inspiring stories from the Big Lent Walk”March 6, 2025
As we begin Lent, Caroline, from our Theology team, reflects on Pope Francis’ message for the season and how we can use this time to respond to the Jubilee Year call to be pilgrims of hope.
Continue reading “Being a pilgrim of hope this Lent”March 6, 2025
On Sunday 2 March, Rob set out on an incredible walk from Brentwood Cathedral to Westminster Cathedral – a 26-mile pilgrimage along the Elizabeth line, which he works on. This challenge is part of Rob’s ‘Virtual Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage’, a personal commitment to walk 744km from 14 January until Holy Saturday, all while raising funds for CAFOD’s vital work supporting communities worldwide.
Continue reading “Walking in faith: Rob’s pilgrimage for CAFOD”
