Lent is so much more than just giving up chocolate. It's shaped by three practices that help turn faith into action - prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Rooted in Jesus’ teachings in Matthew 6:1-18, Lent invites us to look beyond ourselves to notice the needs of others and to grow in faith.

Archbishop Thabo Makgoba is joining Christian Aid as our new Chair. A lifelong advocate for dignity, justice and climate action, he brings global leadership and deep experience of tackling inequality. We look forward to working together to challenge the root causes of poverty.

No shelter. No heating. Winter is unbearable for the people of Gaza. Wael Talal and his family are some of the hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza living in makeshift tents damaged by rain, wind and seawater waves.

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a violation of women’s and girls’ human rights. FGM, also known as female genital cutting or female is the partial or full cutting of a girl’s clitoris and labia, for non-medical reasons. There are no health benefits to FGM. #EndFGM

Not us watching the Grammys and thinking about global justice 👀

‘Depart from evil, and go good; seek peace, and pursue it.’ (Psalm 34:14) For us, peace is not passive. It’s standing with communities facing violence, choosing justice over indifference and building hope where it’s needed most. #InternationalDayofPeacefulCoexistence

Let us unite in prayer and advocacy this Week of prayer for Christian Unity. Where there is war, pray for the restoration of peace. Where we are divided, draw us together. Where suffering is ignored, stir us to act. Together we can shine a light on injustices around the world 🙏

‘We stand in the gap, in the spirit of making a difference.’ – Storm Cecile In a world marked by conflict and inequality, hope can feel fragile or even absent. Storm Cecile’s poem, ‘The unstoppable power of hope, speaks into that silence.

Why aren’t we talking about the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)? More than 27 million people face acute hunger. Over 7 million people have been displaced from their homes. And children are growing up in the deadliest conflict since WWII.

This Christmas, millions of families have nowhere safe to stay. Conflict and disaster have left mothers, fathers and children with nothing. Will you support families to buy the nutritious food and hygiene supplies that could save lives? Donate now 👉 caid.org.uk/CDK

What does £1.50 mean to you? In the UK, it might be able to buy you: ☕ Half a coffee 🚌 A short bus ride 🍫 A chocolate bar

This Remembrance Day, we remember those who have suffered due to conflicts past and present. Let's pray for healing, hope and peace for the lives overturned by warfare 🙏

🚨When violence reached her village in DRC, Chance faced an impossible choice. Soldiers had looted her shop and terrorised her neighbours. She knew she had to flee – or risk her life and her children’s.

At least 4 babies out of every 100 born will tragically die before their 1st birthday in the DRC. For mothers every day is a battle to protect their children from hunger, disease & conflict. Families are doing everything they can to survive—yet the odds are stacked against them.

Please join us in prayer for all those affected by Hurricane Melissa 🙏 Prayer part 1/3: God of mercy and compassion, we lift before you the people of Jamaica and all in the Caribbean whose lives have been torn apart by Hurricane Melissa.

Conflict escalates hunger & hunger escalates conflict. In the DRC nearly 1/4 of people are facing hunger. This is one of the largest global hunger crises of our time.

Violence in the DRC is driving one of the world’s most severe & most overlooked humanitarian crises. Millions have been caught in a cycle of conflict & displacement, forced to flee each time losing their homes, livelihoods & sense of safety they’ve worked hard to rebuild.

Imagine having these challenges as a parent. That's what families in Gaza are facing on a daily basis. ‘We survive on whatever we can find - mostly lentils, rice & bread when flour is available. Fresh vegetables or fruit are rare treasures.’ - Ranin, 26 year old mother in Gaza.

Hussein and his family have been displaced 7 times. This is what a morning looks like for them - and thousands of others in Gaza. 💬 ‘I make sure to stay close to my children, ensuring their well-being at all times.’ - Hussein

When Reham’s family fled last month when Israeli tanks were at the doorstep, she feared her home would be turned to rubble. This is what is left of it amid a sea of destruction.

We welcome the news Israel & Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire in Gaza. It offers the people in Gaza respite from the relentless bombardment, displacement & deprivation. This is good news for the hostages while also recognising the massive scale of aid that is now needed in Gaza.

With everything happening around the world, we're reminded of the strength found in prayer. Why do we pray in times of crisis? Swipe along to find out ➡️ Please continue to join us in prayer🙏

We welcome the news of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, Bishop Sarah Mullally, Chair of Christian Aid. Read more about the announcement 👉 caid.org.uk/CAW

The conflict in Gaza has taken a devastating toll on the people in Gaza. We continue our call on the int. community to do everything in its power to allow aid into Gaza, halt its brutal military campaign & implement a ceasefire to end the suffering & see the hostages released.

Since the Nakba in 1948, the Palestinian story has been defined by displacement & the struggle to return home. Millions of Palestinians remain refugees, living in the oPt & across the Middle East. Often denied basic human rights, like work restrictions in Lebanon.

As schools go back around the UK we can’t forget the over 650,000 children in Gaza who aren’t able to access education. ‘Previously we were proud that there was no single illiterate child in Gaza, now we are talking about an entire illiterate generation.’ - Christian Aid partner

We’ve launched an appeal to help the people affected by the earthquake in Afghanistan. A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck eastern & rural Afghanistan—shaking buildings from Kabul to Pakistan's capital Islamabad—has killed more than 900 people. Photo credits: UPI/Alamy Live News.

Our thoughts & prayers are with our colleagues & all the people affected by the earthquake in #Afghanistan. A 6.1 magnitude earthquake that struck eastern & rural Afghanistan—& shook buildings from Kabul to Pakistan's capital Islamabad—which has killed more than 800 people.

Stop starving Gaza. We continue our #FastForGaza because the Israeli gov continues to use starvation as a weapon of war. Palestinians are starving. Starvation is a war crime under international law. And silence is complicity.

This World Humanitarian Day, we lift our voices in prayer for all facing crisis today. 🌍 May God strengthen local communities, bless those who respond with courage, and unite us in global solidarity. 🙏 Together, in faith and action, may hope and peace flourish.

Everyday, ordinary Palestinians and Israelis stand up for dignity, equality and a just peace, often at great cost. As Christians, and people of faith, we cannot turn away from injustice.

Recognising a Palestinian state is long overdue. The rights of both Palestinians and Israelis must be upheld, including the right to self-determination. But for too long, an imbalance of power and a culture of impunity have subjugated the rights of the Palestinian people.

Israel’s evacuation notice for Deir al-Balah is catastrophic for an already beleaguered population trying to stave off hunger & malnutrition.

We’re still reeling from an amazing day at the Climate Coalition mass lobby with 5000 people showing up to make their voices heard 🎉 Feeling inspired? Join our growing movement to restore God’s vision of justice for our world through the Restore Campaign 👉 caid.org.uk/BXN

🚨 Today, we continue our #FastForGaza Last week, senior church leaders joined the #FastForGaza during the Church of England’s General Synod. In a powerful act of solidarity, many church leaders skipped their meals to hold vigil and stand with the Palestinian people.

Why is there hope for the future? This was the powerful question we asked school children at our special service at @westminsterabbey.bsky.social last month, marking 80 yrs of Christian Aid. Their inspiring & thoughtful responses gave us not only hope but the drive to keep building a better future

Today outside Westminster, we brought empty pots & pans—because in Gaza, there’s nothing left to fill them. Today many people are fasting for Gaza—because the Israeli gov. is using starvation as a weapon of war. @oxfamgb.bsky.social @warchilduk.bsky.social @islamicrelief.bsky.social @quaker.org.uk

We ask our supporters what's their favourite thing about Christian Aid at our special service to mark 80 years at @westminsterabbey.bsky.social. 💬 Tell us your favourite thing in the comments!

✨ Hope isn’t just a feeling—it’s an unstoppable power! We had the privilege of celebrating incredible volunteers, churches & communities at our Power of Hope Awards. ❤️ A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful Rev Kate Bottley for co-hosting this memorable event.

This #WorldRefugeeDay, we’re showcasing the resilience of communities that transform challenges into opportunities for hope. In the heart of Shatila Refugee Camp a community united to establish a chess club—a safe haven where people find solace amid the hardships of daily life.

Come with us to @westminsterabbey.bsky.social to mark 80 yrs of Christian Aid The day brought us together to recognise the influence of our shared endeavors, renew our dedication to the mission of hope & celebrate the spirit that drives our efforts forward.

Delighted to meet our Bishop, Mary, at the @christianaiduk.bsky.social Celebration Service in Westminster Abbey @dioceseofllandaff.bsky.social @churchinwales.bsky.social

Earlier today, we celebrated the 80th anniversary of @christianaiduk.bsky.social at a special service here at the Abbey. You can find out more and see pictures from the service at: www.westminster-abbey.org/abbey-news/c...

We are delighted to have been invited to attend Christian Aid’s 80th Anniversary Service at Westminster Abbey to celebrate our work on Climate Justice @christianaiduk.bsky.social @dioceseofllandaff.bsky.social @churchinwales.bsky.social

“Hope is our message, and our mission and our responsibility” The words of @oikoumenewcc.bsky.social General Secretary Rev Dr Jerry Pillay (pictured with some of the @churchesengland.bsky.social team) to the church leaders gathered for @christianaiduk.bsky.social 80th birthday celebration.

Listening to a powerful presentation from a Kenyan delegate at the @christianaiduk.bsky.social breakfast gathering today, as they mark 80 years of Christian social action

At Church House to mark 80 years of @christianaiduk.bsky.social, the churches' agency to respond at scale to global injustice and need. Impressive work, and sadly ever more necessary.

Today we gathered at @westminsterabbey.bsky.social for a special service to mark our 80 yrs of standing with communities around the world. We reflect on the impact of our collective efforts, recommit ourselves to the cause of hope & honour the unwavering spirit that continues to fuel our work.

What's the best advice your father has given you? Father's day is coming up and we’re inviting you to honour your dad’s memory in a special way by sharing the best advice your dad has given you. Tell us the best advice your dad gave you 👉https://caid.org.uk/BUW

Despite facing gruelling heatwaves, failing crops & scarce water, Aurelia continues to fight for her family’s survival. With the support of our partner Congcoop, she’s learning climate-resilient farming, empowering women & creating opportunities for her neighbours to thrive.