At Harvest last year, we shared Daniel's story from Goma, DR Congo. Since then, he has had to leave after rebels took the city. However, the resilient local population were able to reopen the vocational training centre that continues to run with support from your donations. https://bit.ly/4mmvnSw

Today we join the global call to #PrayForPeace from the World Council of Churches 🙏 Rooted in faith and justice, we believe the gravity of this moment demands a visible, united Christian witness—one that speaks to our shared commitment to peace, reconciliation, and dignity.

It's the #InternationalDayOfPeace. As Colombia has experienced 60+ years of armed conflict, peacebuilding work is especially important. In this project supporting local peace initiatives, our partner Programa de Desarrollo y Paz del Magdalena Medio helps people express themselves.

The UK now recognises the state of Palestine. It's a symbolically important step that the UK believes Palestinian people should have their own independent and viable state. The UK must now work towards this as urgently as possible for peace and security in the region.

Tomorrow, Church leaders invite Christians to unite and pray for peace across the Holy Land. Find out more and see suggested prayers from the Bishops' Conference of England and Wales. ⤵️ https://www.cbcew.org.uk/day-of-prayer-and-public-witness-for-peace-in-the-holy-land/ #PrayForPeace

Waré's community teamed up with our local engineers and got building when they needed new tanks to supply water during the dry season. 🔨 💧 This is what your money can buy at Harvest. Please donate today. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

Today marks 25 years of partnership with CPL Aromas. Our partnership began in 2000 with a donation of £7,000. Now, 25 years on, the partnership has grown to an incredible figure of £5.6 million raised!

Church leaders including Cardinal Nichols have come together to call for an end to the war in Gaza and the release of all hostages.

With attacks intensifying on Gaza City, Pope Leo XIV has expressed his closeness to people being displaced. He reiterated his call for a ceasefire, the release of hostages, and respect for international humanitarian law. https://cafod.org.uk/news/emergencies-news/middle-east-conflict-explained

When drought made it difficult to collect water, Waré and her neighbours came together to build new tanks that can store enough water for 300 families. Donate at Harvest and help more local experts work on projects like this. More. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

The UN Commission of Inquiry has reported that genocidal acts are being committed in Gaza. On the same day, civilians are being told to leave Gaza City as Israel's ground offensive begins. There is nowhere safe to go. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

4 October is the feast of St Francis of Assisi and this year is the 800th anniversary of his beautiful Canticle of the Sun. ☀️ To celebrate, we have set up daily Novena emails that will start on 25 September. Find out more. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/prayer-resources/novena-to-st-francis

4 October is the feast of St Francis of Assisi and will be the 800th anniversary of his beautiful Canticle of the Sun. ☀️ To celebrate, we have set up daily Novena emails that will start on 25 September. Find out more and sign up. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/prayer-resources/novena-to-st-francis

80+ organisations are urging governments to take action to stop trade with illegal Israeli settlements. Trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank harms Palestinian human rights, damages the economy and contributes to widespread poverty and suffering.

One year ago, Honduran Catholic leader and environmental activist Juan López was assassinated as he defended his community from destructive mining. We call for justice and for those responsible to be held accountable. Hear more from his successor, Juana Zúñiga.

Today, we mark Education Sunday. In July, Pope Leo XIV spoke to teachers from England and Wales on a pilgrimage in Rome for the Jubilee. He encouraged them to remember how inspiring their work is. Find out more about our school resources. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/education

All the best to Pope Leo XIV on his birthday! 🎂

Waré was pregnant when her village was hit by severe drought. Collecting water became a challenge. With our engineers, the community responded and built new tanks underground. At Harvest, your support helps to build a better world. More. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

Our Lead Economist Maria Finnerty was at the Faith Charities Forum yesterday. Maria spoke more about why we're campaigning on debt and why we need debt reform so that we can see much-needed climate action. Find out more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4pkx5qb

People have been walking across England and Wales for the Pilgrimage of Hope. The different routes will converge in Nottingham on Saturday. At Leeds Cathedral, Angela from CAFOD joined pilgrims with a statue of Saint Peter as they reflected on suffering around the world.

Because there's so much salt in the soil, it's difficult to grow crops in the coastal parts of Bangladesh. Kanika took part in a project that uses worms to help make compost. 🪱 Here, she explains the impact it's had. https://cafod.org.uk/about-us/where-we-work/asia/bangladesh

We're in the #SeasonOfCreation, which runs until 4 October - the Feast of St Francis. That will also be the tenth anniversary of Pope Francis publishing Laudato Si'. On 1 October, Pope Leo XIV will lead a celebration of hope for our common home. More. ⤵️ https://raisinghope.earth/conference/

A huge well done to all 17 of our amazing runners who completed yesterday's Great North Run while raising funds for our global family. 👏 Interested in doing it next year? Fill in our form and we'll be in touch. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/fundraise/challenge-events/run-for-cafod/great-north-run

The Africa Climate Summit is currently taking place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We're there to highlight the innovative and effective work being done by our partners in South Sudan, Kenya and Ethiopia. Our Country Representative for South Sudan, Mahteme Mikre, explains more.

With it being the Season of Creation, it's a time to pray and be thankful for the wonders of our common home. 🌏 Find out more about the season. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/season-of-creation

The devastating war in Sudan is causing outbreaks of diseases such as cholera, often in areas where it is difficult to send resources. Interviewed by ACI Africa, our Country Representative, Telley Sadia, explained more. https://bit.ly/45Xv36s

As #Jubilee2025 continues, we're looking back at all the amazing ways schools have got involved so far. We can't wait to see what happens next in the Autumn. https://cafod.org.uk/news/blogs/jubilee-for-schools-an-amazing-journey-so-far

Saint Mother Teresa, pray for us! 🙏 With it being her feast day, may the work she did with the marginalised in society continue to inspire.

In response to Sunday's earthquake in Afghanistan, our partners are providing aid such as: - Temporary shelter - Emergency blankets and hygiene kits - Food and cash assistance - Ensuring women and girls get fair access to aid https://cafod.org.uk/news/emergencies-news/afghanistan-crisis

Gifts in wills play a hugely significant role in funding our long-term projects and we're immensely grateful for each one. Find out more the will writing support that is available with our partner, Octopus Legacy. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/3HGZI03

It's important that people get good mental health support in Ukraine as the war continues to have a huge impact on daily life. Learn more about our work in this area. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/about-us/where-we-work/ukraine

In Afghanistan, our trusted local partners are safe and responding to the tremendous damage caused by Sunday's earthquake. Learn more about what's happened, how we're responding and the ways you can support us in providing urgent relief. Find out more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/46fihlf

News is coming in slowly but hundreds are feared to have been killed by a landslide in a remote, mountainous part of West Darfur, Sudan. It's another humanitarian disaster in the country which has been devastated by conflict since 2023. https://cafod.org.uk/about-us/where-we-work/africa/sudan

1.3 million people. 🌍 A better world needs all of us and thanks to your support, that's how many people we were able to reach last year. Amidst a wide range of stories, here are three that we think are worth celebrating. https://cafod.org.uk/news/international-news/shining-a-light-on-success

We are praying for all those affected by the devastating earthquake in eastern Afghanistan, killing hundreds and toppling homes. Please join us in prayer 🙏 https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/afghanistan-crisis-appeal

Today is the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation and it's a time dedicated to prayer and action. 🙏 This year's theme is 'Peace with creation' as we reflect on the wounds caused by human injustice, while remaining hopeful that creation can flourish.

🚨 Emergencies are happening worldwide. 🚨 Whether they're well-known or out of the news, it takes all of us to respond. Learn more and support our emergency work. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/emergency-response-team

In response to Israel's plans to take control of Gaza City, Bishop Nicholas Hudson has called on the Catholic community in England and Wales to pray for peace and justice this weekend. Find out more. ⤵️ https://www.cbcew.org.uk/bishop-hudson-gaza-needs-prayer-and-action-now-more-than-ever/

📦 Emergency food 💊 Fresh medical supplies 🪙 Funds to 1,400 families Working in Gaza is extremely difficult, but our partners continue to operate. Learn more about the impact your support has made in recent months. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/news/emergencies-news/gaza-update-how-you-are-helping

After the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem condemned the displacement of civilians in Gaza, Pope Leo XIV has called for the release of all hostages, a permanent ceasefire and respect for humanitarian law. More on our response. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/gaza-crisis-appeal

As attacks intensify on Gaza City where famine has been confirmed, more than 500,000 people are forced to flee unimaginable danger. Families with nowhere safe to go are being starved and displaced. This is not only a humanitarian crisis. It is a test of moral integrity.

Six months ago, it was announced that the UK foreign aid budget would be cut. Our Head of Humanitarian, Ibrahim Njuguna, wrote in The Tablet to explain how the impact of these decisions are felt in places like South Sudan. https://www.thetablet.co.uk/blogs/lifelines-cut-in-a-time-of-crisis/

1 September is approaching and with it, the Season of Creation. Join us and the Bishops' Conference of England and Wales on 3 September for a webinar discussing ten years of Laudato Si', Pope Francis' ground-breaking encyclical. Find out more. ⤵️ https://www.bigmarker.com/cafod/LaudatoSi10

We know that clean water and good sanitation are vital in so many ways. In Nigeria's Plateau state, we've been working with local partners to help support 1,000 households with: 🚽 500 new latrines ☀️ 3 solar-powered boreholes 💧 Hygiene awareness sessions #WorldWaterWeek

This morning, we spoke to BBC local radio about the ongoing suffering in Gaza after the UN-backed IPC confirmed famine in Gaza City. With attacks intensifying on the overcrowded city, where so many have taken refuge, we must not turn away. We must urge our government to act.

Today and throughout #Jubilee2025, we celebrate the power of hope. Let us pray. 🙏 See more with our Jubilee prayers. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/jubilee-prayers

The world marked #WorldHumanitarianDay this week. 2025 is on course to become the deadliest year for aid workers on record. Across the wider Caritas network, we're deeply concerned by the continual erosion of humanitarian law, something that Pope Leo XIV has also denounced.

Earlier this year, Bishop Paul Swarbrick visited Ethiopia. After meeting people affected who had been displaced due to conflict in Tigray, he wrote in The Tablet on hope. https://www.thetablet.co.uk/blogs/finding-hope-in-ethiopia-where-people-of-faith-pray-just-to-get-through-another-day/

A new IPC report assesses that famine conditions have been met in Gaza City. Our partners are still working in the most challenging conditions. Recently, your support meant they were able to provide more food. More. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/news/emergencies-news/gaza-update-how-you-are-helping

"May Mary, Queen of Peace, intercede so that peoples may find the path to peace." Pope Leo XIV's words as he calls on us to pray and fast today for the sake of peace worldwide. See more with our selection of prayers for peace. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/prayers-for-peace