August 28, 2024
This week Vicky Ahmed in the Education team is helping her daughter prepare to go back to school. In this blog she reflects on the last year and shares her hopes for the year ahead.
Continue reading “Bea goes back to school”August 8, 2024
The Great North Run, the world’s largest half-marathon, draws tens of thousands of runners each year to tackle the 13.1-mile route between Newcastle and South Shields. Since its inception in 1981, the race has seen 42 events, and this year, CAFOD’s own Tom Delamere is joining the ranks to raise vital funds for our communities around the world.
Continue reading “Tom’s inspiring journey: Running the Great North Run for CAFOD”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.
Continue reading “The Magnificat, a prayer for all time”July 23, 2024
I’m Lily, pictured above next to my colleague Niall, we both work in CAFOD’s gifts in Wills team. In my role I frequently speak to people who are going through the process of writing their Will. Whilst I know some people put off thinking about their Will, it’s something I think about a lot. Did you know that around 60% of adults in the UK don’t have a Will? From speaking to supporters and colleagues I’ve learned some insights and tips that I know will help me when it’s time to sort out my plans. I thought I would share three things that I have learnt.
Continue reading “3 things to know before writing your Will”July 12, 2024
CAFOD volunteer Tim C O’Brien explains why he chose to write a book about St Francis and what his connection to CAFOD means.
Continue reading “The Failed Franciscan: A book by CAFOD volunteer Tim C O’Brien”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.
Continue reading “Contemplation in the Year of Prayer”May 21, 2024
As summer approaches, and with the promise of warmer weather on the horizon, there are plenty of opportunities to get outside and get together with friends and family. This year, we’re treated to a summer of sport, with the Euro’s, Copa America, Tour de France, Wimbledon and the Paris Olympics and Paralympics taking place between June and September. With a particularly sporty summer ahead, why not make the most of this and organise a Summer of Hope fundraiser for CAFOD!
Continue reading “Sunny days and generous ways: Join CAFOD for a Summer of Hope”May 16, 2024
You may have seen the BBC Two programme ‘Pilgrimage’ in which celebrities of different beliefs and backgrounds take time out for a spiritual adventure with the opportunity to rediscover their own faith or learn about others.
For Christians, pilgrimage can be a fascinating opportunity to grow in faith and re-ignite your prayer life through a shared experience with others who share your faith and values.
Check out our five reasons to be inspired to pilgrimage with CAFOD this summer.
Continue reading “Five reasons to pilgrimage with CAFOD”May 1, 2024
Daniel Lintott, a member of the Guildford circle of Catenians, raised a whopping £3,470 for CAFOD’s Israeli-Palestinian Crisis Appeal – smashing his target by 247%!
Continue reading “Sky high for humanity: One CAFOD supporter’s soaring adventure”April 23, 2024
On Sunday 21 April, 17 remarkable runners completed the London Marathon as part of TeamCAFOD. With determination in their hearts and a commitment to making a difference, they embarked on a 26.2-mile journey with nothing but smiles on their faces! Hear from the team about their experience running in one of the most popular marathons in the world.
Continue reading “TeamCAFOD triumphs at the London Marathon”
