Advent’s invitation to hope
November 29, 2024
Caroline, from our Theology team, reflects on the invitation to hope as we begin a new Church year.
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The Magnificat, a prayer for all time
July 30, 2024
Simon Giarchi, who works for CAFOD in Plymouth Diocese, spoke to Catherine Gorman of our Theology team about the significance of the Magnificat.
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July 4, 2024
In this Year of Prayer, Sophia White from our Major Gifts and Philanthropy team gives us her tips for how to open ourselves to contemplation.
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March 15, 2024
As we continue our Lent journey, Marie-France, a CAFOD volunteer from Southwark Diocese, reflects on what the season means to her.
Continue reading “Lent: A journey of transformation”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.
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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.
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November 16, 2023
Ahead of World Day of the Poor on Sunday 19 November, Francis from our Theology team reflects on the message of the Manna and what it means for us today.
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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.
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September 1, 2023
It’s only thanks to your generous donations that we can reach out to people with the love and care they need. But there are other ways you can work alongside communities around the world! In this blog we share six alternative ways to give that can make a real difference.
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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.
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