Holy Saturday is a quiet day and one that invites us to discover that life doesn't always depend on what we do. We pray to be patient, restful and trustful. 🙏

Holy Saturday is a quiet time. One of waiting. Today, we reflect on Pope Leo's writings about patience and being able to slowly trust in God. Read more. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/4-april

We know that to encounter God within the crucifixion is to be reminded that we cannot ignore the truth of suffering. But it is also a reminder that God is in it with us. As we grieve the loss around us, we can commit to working for a better future. https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/3-april

Today is Holy Thursday when the annual feet washing takes place. In Zimbabwe, Fr Johanes Zevito spoke to us about how the example set by Jesus' humility is a reminder that the Gospel must be lived out. https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/2-april

The prophet Isaiah speaks of one with the power to sustain the weary. Sometimes, the whole world can seem weary. In today's reflection, we ask what can sustain us during Holy Week. Read more. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/1-april

Rejoice and her children experienced being forced from their home due to conflict. She's now rebuilding her life and cultivating vegetables. As we reflect today on God’s sustaining love, let’s seek to be a refuge for our neighbours. https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/31-march

We work with The Balasan Initiative for Human Rights to raise awareness on the situation for Palestinians in the West Bank, including Christians in Bethlehem. Together, we amplify local voices and advocate for meaningful and dignified change. More from Balasan's Dalia.

We have reached the last week of Jesus' life. In today's reflection, we focus on when Mary anointed Jesus' feet with ointment and how Pope Leo reflected on the story in his apostolic exhortation, Dilexi te. https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/30-march

"Lord, help me to be a loyal, courageous friend to you in all in those who stand alone in the face of persecution." 🙏 Journey with Christ throughout Holy Week with these powerful reflections and prayers. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/40Ra8jD

There were perhaps two processions into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. A military parade by Pilate while Jesus humbly arrived on a donkey. For our Palm Sunday reflection, we focus on how Jesus once again shows the true power of non-violence and love. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/29-march

A year on from the devastating earthquake that hit the country, Caritas Myanmar published this video looking at its impact and the humanitarian response. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8zaPsnVfBg&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.caritas.org%2F

Difficult times can come suddenly. A catastrophic 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar one year ago. Today's Lent reflections looks at the immediate response of the Church and wider community to quickly provide urgent relief. https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/28-march

The World Meteorological Organization found that 2015-2025 are the hottest 11 years on record. Bishop John Arnold spoke about how this is being caused by human behaviour and condemned war for destroying both human life and the environment. Read more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4suY1EW

Jesus’ works of preaching, healing, forgiving, feeding the hungry and reaching out to those on the margins all point to God’s realm of justice and peace. Ruwadzano shared this Shona prayer song that helps inspire her good works. Read more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4rU9pcc

Our Lead Economist, @mariafinnerty.bsky.social, went on the @mediastormpod.bsky.social to explain more about the global debt crisis and the massive role played by English law.

In today’s first reading, God appears to Abram to give him a new name and promises he will become the father “of a multitude of nations”. We look at Pope Leo's Dilexi Te Catholic Social Teaching's messages on welcoming migrants. Read more. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/26-march

Mary, Mother of God, pray for us. 🙏 Today, we celebrate the Annunciation of the Lord and it's a reminder to work for a Kingdom of justice.

As we celebrate the Annunciation of the Lord, let's pray with Pope Leo XIV. In today's reflection, we look at how Mary was troubled by the angel's message but still placed her trust in the One who calls. Read more. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/25-march

Sunshine, steps and smiles ☀️ Across the week, our whole school came together for our Big Lent Walk in support of CAFOD. With the sunshine on our side and plenty of steps taken (especially by our PE coaches 👀), it’s been a wonderful week of community, kindness and action @cafod.bsky.social

The Feast of Saint Oscar Romero is a moment when we remember his incredible life and reflect on his legacy.

In today’s gospel, Jesus speaks of his coming death. 46 years ago, Archbishop Oscar Romero was shot while celebrating Mass and like Jesus, he anticipated his fate. For his feast day, we reflect on St Romero's legacy and commitment to justice. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/24-march

Congratulations to Paddy who followed on from doing the London Marathon last year by completing the Rome Marathon. 🏃 Great to see #TeamCAFOD represented in St Peter's Square. 💚

Yesterday, Pope Leo spoke out once again against the violence and war that is harming people in the Middle East. More of his comments. ⤵️ https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2026-03/pope-we-cant-be-silent-in-face-of-suffering-of-many-innocents.html

The Colombian port of Santa Marta is poised to host the first International Conference for a Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels. Urge the Energy Secretary to show the leadership this moment needs as countries map out a fair pathway to leave fossil fuels behind. https://bit.ly/47hfmZB

Today, women represent the majority of the world’s poor. With our partners, we are working hard to tackle gender inequality. This Lent, may our words and our actions witness to the dignity and value of each member of the human family. Read more. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/23-march

It's World Water Day which focuses on the vital importance of clean water and how the water crisis especially effects women. Hamunyare and her husband Shorai came together with their community to build a solar water pump. 🚰 https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/lent-appeal

"Water is life," says Reason who works for Caritas Zimbabwe and has seen the problems a lack of water can bring. For #WorldWaterDay, we reflect on the link between clean water and look also at today's readings that focus on the new life God brings. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4lItLUI

Throughout our Lent Appeal, we've been sharing stories about how floating gardens are an ingenious solution that keep food growing both when it's too wet or too dry. Find out more and donate to help your neighbours put food on the table. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/lent-appeal

"Come, Holy Spirit, show us your beauty, reflected in all the peoples of the earth..." On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we are reminded of the ongoing challenges of prejudice and discrimination as we work to build a better world.

When Nicodemus defends Jesus before the Sanhedrin, he is dismissed because he's from Galilee. On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we reflect on how prejudice still exists and hurts people today. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/21-march

Motivated by faith to act and love our neighbours. 💚 Fr Johanes in Zimbabwe talked us through his favourite Bible passage and how compassion and love help drive his work with Caritas. More on our Lent Appeal. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/lent-appeal

Strikes across Lebanon have displaced over a million and killed over 1,000. Together with our partners, we are providing life-saving food, safe water, shelter, and essential items like blankets, mattresses and hygiene items. https://cafod.org.uk/news/emergencies-news/middle-east-crisis-lebanon

Today's gospel is one of a number of times we hear about people who want to kill Jesus. In 2024, environmental defender Juan Antonio López was shot dead in Honduras. In today's reflection, we look at the brave people who stand up for what is right. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4bQtKuk

The UK’s aid cuts are set to be the steepest of any G7 country. Our Lead Economist, Maria Finnerty, writes in Politics Home about how their impact and the continued failure to tackle the global debt crisis. Read more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/41jSB3u

Earlier, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office shared more information about aid cuts. @mikekanemp.bsky.social asked the Foreign Secretary an important question about the Government's plans to tackle the global debt crisis while referencing our campaign for a Debt Justice Law.

New details today confirm deep cuts to the UK's overseas aid budgets, at a time when communities are already facing increased climate impacts and conflict. Read more from our Director of Advocacy, Neil Thorns, in The Tablet. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/3NgwaJs

Last week, nursery took part in The Big Lent Walk to raise money for Cafod.

It's the Feast of Saint Joseph. Interestingly, we never hear anything he says but we know he listened. Today's Lent reflection focus on the importance of listening. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/19-march

We are a member of the Lebanon Humanitarian INGO Forum. In a recent statement, they call for: - An immediate cessation of hostilities to halt harm to civilians. - Respect for international humanitarian law. - Flexible and increased funding. Read the statement in full. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/3PpTlBx

On Sunday, Pope Leo called for peace in the Middle East on behalf of local Christians and all people of goodwill. Dalia is a Palestinian Christian human rights lawyer. Here, she shares the history of her community and the challenges Palestinian Christians face today.

In Jesus’ day, it was usual for sons to take up their fathers’ work and learn their trade. Jesus, the Son, is the same. He sees with clarity his Father’s actions and joins. Today's first reading provides a vision we long to see fulfilled. More. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/18-march

St Patrick looked to God, trusting the Christ to be his refuge and strength. Happy St Patrick's Day to all, especially the people of Ireland and Nigeria. 💚

For today's reflection on St Patrick's Day, we look at how he was taken from his family and sold into slavery with him and others "scattered among many nations." More on his example and Pope Leo's comments about the Church's mission. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/17-march

🌱 Our European sister agencies are urging EU policymakers to ensure its new seed law allows farmers to freely exchange seeds, protects biodiversity and upholds the right to food worldwide. What happens in the EU will have global consequences — including for our partners around the world. 🌍🌾

Reception have walked a mile for their Big Lent Walk @cafod.bsky.social They had great fun waving their flags and learning about how their money will help.

We live in a world where people get sick, where violence destroy lives and livelihoods and the climate crisis causes suffering. Yet we also have the hope that God is doing something new. Father Johanes Zevito in Zimbabwe spoke to us about hope. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4bhFBjG

On this day in 2011, the conflict in Syria began. We've worked in the country since to provide vital humanitarian assistance. For today's anniversary, we asked Rola Rokbi from our partner Women Now - Lebanon about the future she hopes to see for the Syrian people.

It's Mothering Sunday, and also Laetare Sunday with the name coming from the Latin word for 'rejoice'. It's a fitting day therefore to share the story of Rejoice, a mother in South Sudan who was trained to grow food with floating gardens. More. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/15-march

Hamunyare's community came together to build a new water system after crops wilted away after years of failed rains. Support the work of our local experts this Lent and share the gift of love with our global family. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/lent-appeal

Our colleague Fadi in Lebanon explains more about the current situation as hundreds of thousands of people flee their homes in search of safety. *Latest figures report 773 people killed and 1,933 injured.