Caroline Stanton, Author at CAFOD Blog

Lent: A journey of transformation

March 15, 2024

A large cross in a field in the foreground, with a the sun setting behind. — A cross in Brazil.

As we continue our Lent journey, Marie-France, a CAFOD volunteer from Southwark Diocese, reflects on what the season means to her.

An 800-year-old tradition: Christmas cribs

December 24, 2023

800 years since St Francis of Assisi created the first nativity scene, Caroline from our Theology team reflects on their enduring popularity.

Advent’s invitation to hope

December 7, 2023

Caroline, from our Theology team, reflects on the invitation to hope as we begin a new Church year.

Five ways to pray for peace

October 26, 2023

As we witness the escalating violence in the Middle East, here’s five ways we could join the Pope in praying for peace.

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.

Feast of the Ascension: Transforming the world

May 16, 2023

As we approach the feast of the Ascension of the Lord, Caroline Stanton from CAFOD’s Theology team reflects on what Jesus’ return to the Father means for us and how we can prepare for the coming feast of Pentecost.

Pacem in Terris, 60 years on

April 10, 2023

On the 60th anniversary of Pope St John XXIII’s papal encyclical Pacem in Terris (Peace on Earth), we reflect on its important messages for our world today.

Easter growth and abundance

April 6, 2023

As we approach Easter, Caroline Stanton from CAFOD’s Theology team reflects on the risen Jesus’ encounter with Mary in the garden and the new life that this season brings.

Timeless inspiration for the new year

December 31, 2022

“My wish is that the friendship of Our Lord, Jesus Christ, will accompany you each day of this new year. May friendship with Christ be our light and guide, helping us to be people of peace, of his peace.” Pope Benedict, General Audience, 30 December 2009

As 2022 drew to a close, we heard the sad news of the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. As we look to the year ahead, Caroline Stanton, of CAFOD’s Theology team, reflects on New Year’s resolutions and three ways of deepening prayer in 2023.