Reflection Archives - 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.

World Day of the Poor: Pilgrims on the earth

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.

Assumptions about the body

August 10, 2023

On the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Dr Nicolete Burbach of the London Jesuit Centre reflects on how this feast upends our expectations and calls us to build a world in which the dignity of women cannot be ignored.

Corpus Christi: Becoming the Body of Christ

June 9, 2023

At Corpus Christi Francis Stewart from our Theology team reflects on the Eucharist and how we are what we eat.

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.

Feast of the Annunciation: A resounding yes

March 22, 2023

On the Feast of the Annunciation, we remember how the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary to tell her she would bear God’s Son.

Memories of Lent and what the season means to me

February 20, 2023

As Lent begins, Joy Wanless, a CAFOD volunteer from Salford Diocese, reflects on her memories of Lent in years gone by, as well as her hopes for this special season in 2023.

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.

A journey towards Christmas

December 7, 2022

Catherine Gorman from our Theology team reflects on Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem and how it is mirrored by the journeys that many people still face today.