Caroline Stanton, Author at CAFOD Blog

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.

Five ways to pray for the world food crisis

September 29, 2022

Talaso is seated, looking down at baby Ali who she holds in her arms. — Talaso and her youngest son, Ali.

Caroline Stanton of CAFOD’s Theology team, suggests five ways we might pray for the world food crisis this Harvest.

Feast of the Assumption: Bringing new hope

August 11, 2022

Mosiac of a crowned Mary, with large halo and rays of light — A mosaic of Our Lady from Brazil.

For the Feast of the Assumption, Caroline Stanton from our Theology team reflects on how Mary’s Magnificat can help inspire us to work for a better world.

Feast of the Annunciation: Slowing down and saying ‘yes’

March 24, 2022

For the Feast of the Annunciation, Caroline Stanton of our Theology team  reflects on how we can slow down to listen to God’s call in our lives and respond with the courage and generosity of Mary.

The power of contemplation

January 20, 2022

CAFOD’S Jenny Hayward-Jones reflects on what has sustained her hope during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Praying the rosary for the care of creation

October 7, 2021

For the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, young CAFOD volunteer Rebecca Maxwell reflects on how praying the rosary can inspire us to act to protect our common home.

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.

Leadership that leaves no one behind

June 28, 2021

CAFOD’s Head of Theology, Linda Jones, reflects on Saint Peter and Saint Paul and what they can teach us about leadership.

Five prayer activities for Pentecost to share with your family

May 18, 2021

As the feast of Pentecost approaches, Caroline Stanton, of our Theology team, shares some ideas about how you might celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit with your family.

Journeying with Joseph

March 19, 2021

For the Feast of St Joseph, Caroline Stanton of our Theology team reflects on how the saint can inspire us to listen deeply and act with courage and compassion.