An image of Pope Francis with text that reads: "On the first anniversary of his death, we remember and pray for Pope Francis. We give thanks for his witness to God's love and mercy, his solidarity with those on the margins of Church and society and his commitment to justice and peace. May we continue to honour his legacy by our care for one another and our common home, the earth. May he rest in peace. 1936-2025"

A photo of Pope Francis with waving that says: "Love, overflowing with small gestures of mutual care, is also civic and political, and it makes itself felt in every action that seeks to build a better world." Laudato Si' #231

A photo of Pope Francis looking to his left with text that says: "In prayer our hearts find the strength not to be cold and insensitive in the face of situations of injustice. In prayer, God keeps calling us, opening our hearts to charity." Apostolic Journey to Cuba, the USA and UN Headquarters 2015.

A photo of Pope Francis looking up. "As stewards of God's creation, we are called to make the earth a beautiful garden for the human family. When we destroy our forests, ravage our soil and pollute our seas, we betray that noble calling." Meeting with Young People, Santo Tomas University, Manila, 2015."

One year on from the death of Pope Francis, we give thanks for the legacy he has left and pray for him. 🙏

A photo showing Merry and an aid worker in a refugee camp.

Despite the war in Sudan causing the world's largest humanitarian crisis, it has struggled to capture media attention.

We heard from Merry who told us about how quickly things changed in Khartoum after fighting broke out.

Her story. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/4cva6TK

"As we stand at this third anniversary, we are called not only to remember the suffering but also to renew our moral responsibility to advocate, to reconcile, and to rebuild. Peace in Sudan will not come through weapons or foreign interests, but through a deliberate, inclusive, and just process rooted in the dignity of every Sudanese person." Rt. Rev. Yunan Tombe Trille Diocese of El Obeid – Sudan

In Bishop Tombe's letter on the occasion of the Sudan War entering its fourth year, he called for a sustained ceasefire, full humanitarian access to all regions and long-term reconstruction and reconciliation.

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A graphic showing a map outline Sudan filled in with the colours of the country's flag. "Pray for Sudan. #KeepEyesOnSudan."

"Listen to us, Lord, hear our prayers as we cry out to you. Comfort and sustain your people. Open the paths of peace. At this time of conflict in Sudan, we pray for those who have been forced to flee their homes and search for safety. Open the paths of peace, Lord."

"Open the paths of peace, Lord." 🙏

With the war in Sudan now entering its fourth year, let us continue to pray for all affected by this terrible conflict.

Find out more about the emergency in Sudan. ⤵️

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UK may be ‘complicit’ in Sudan’s suffering, warns Cafod   - The Tablet Director of Cafod Christine Allen has warned that there is a gap in public awareness of the huge scale of suffering caused by the civil war in Sudan.

Earlier in the week, we joined other organisations to present a petition with over 44,000 signatures calling for more government action on Sudan.

Our Director, Christine Allen, explains more in The Tablet. ⤵️

www.thetablet.co.uk/news/uk-may-be-complicit...

Sudan Three Years On, Standing in Solidarity with the People of Sudan Join us on 23 April at 7:00pm UK time for an online conversation marking the anniversary of the conflict that began on 15 April 2023 in Sudan. Since the outbreak of violence, millions of people have b...

Join us on 23 April for a webinar reflecting on the current situation in Sudan with the country now in its fourth year of war.

Hear about the challenges, the support for affected communities and the work being done to raise awareness. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/4epMySP

Violations of International Humanitarian Law in Lebanon: NGOs call for immediate action to halt escalating harm to civilians and civilian infrastructure The Lebanon Humanitarian INGO Forum (LHIF) and Lebanon Humanitarian and Development NGOs Forum (LHDF) call for an immediate ceasefire and adherence to international humanitarian law by all parties.

There are serious concerns about violations of International Humanitarian Law in Lebanon.

In response, various international, national and local NGOs have come together to call for the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/4cPjUcy

A quote from Rt. Rev. Yunan Tombe Trille, the Bishop of El Obeid in Sudan. "The impact of this war cannot be measured by statistics alone. It is seen in the lives of mothers searching for food, children deprived of education, young people forced from their homes, and families mourning loved ones. The conflict has strained the resilience of churches, mosques, traditional leaders, humanitarian agencies, and every community struggling to keep hope alive. Yet despite these immense hardships, the Sudanese spirit has not been extinguished. We celebrate new life rising from the dead. This is our Easter."

With the 3-year anniversary of the war in Sudan, Easter and Eid al-Fitr all falling in quick succession, the Bishop of El Obeid issued a message praising the spirit of the Sudanese people in the face of immense humanitarian challenges.

https://bit.ly/4sET4J1

A graphic featuring a large number four and text that says: "The war in Sudan is now entering year 4. 15 April 2023 - 15 April 2026

A photo showing two people in a camp for displaced persons. "Upon arriving at the refugee camp, I was grateful to receive assistance, including safe-drinking water, soap, personal hygiene kits and latrines." Merry, Sudan. As the war in Sudan enters its fourth year, millions have been forced to flee their homes."

"150,000 people have died in the first three years. That's 1,096 people a day."

"Thanks to your donations, we have reached over 300,000. We've been able to help supply: Emergency food packages. Access to clean water. Cash assistance.

Today, the war in Sudan enters its fourth year. Millions of people have been displaced.

We have been working in the country since the start of the war and your support has helped us to reach over 300,000 people

Stand with Sudan. ⤵️

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CAFOD Director Christine Allen holding an "Emergency Alert - Sudan" placard outside Parliament.

A pair of hands holding a phone with the "Emergency Alert - Sudan" message and an alarm clock.

CAFOD Director Christine Allen next to Anneliese Dodds MP and other civil society representatives. Christine is holding a placard that says "Sudan is now the world's largest humanitarian crisis."

A group of people outside 10 Downing Street with the security guard collecting the petition box.

⏰ Sound the alarm for Sudan
🗣️ Talk about Sudan
👀 #KeepEyesOnSudan

To mark three years of war, 12 leading charities, civil society and Sudanese diaspora sounded the alarm for Sudan and shared your call for action with the UK Government.

Three years of war in Sudan have created a terrible humanitarian crisis.

Find out more about our work in Sudan and donate to help provide practical, long-term help. ⤵️

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Two women in CAFOD running shirts pose for a photo at the Brighton Marathon.

A photo showing a group of five CAFOD runners with their arms around each other holding London Landmarks medals.

A CAFOD runner holding up her medal in a selfie.

Thank you and congratulations to the eight amazing #TeamCAFOD members who did the Brighton Marathon and London Landmarks Half Marathon over the weekend. 👏

Thank you for choosing to fundraise with us and showing a better world needs all of us. 💚

https://cafod.org.uk/fundraise/challenge-events

Easter in the dark A stained glass window showing St. Thomas touching the wounds of the Risen Jesus.

The life-giving power of Easter is not just a past event, but a present reality lived out every time we choose to make peace, to stand in solidarity with those in need and to work for justice.

Read more in this latest Eastertide piece. ⤵️

https://cafod.org.uk/news/blogs/easter-in-the-dark

Andrea from CAFOD holding the Red Line For Palestine box at Downing Street.

A close-up showing the box labelled 2.4 million actions taken.

Various representatives from different organisations stood outside Downing Street.

The box being handed in at 10 Downing Street.

Six months on from the declared Gaza ceasefire, we joined the Red Line for Palestine coalition at Downing Street representing the 2.4 million actions taken by people across the United Kingdom.

People speaking out to say that international law should not be optional.

2.4 million actions taken. Representing the hope and the outrage from people all across the UK.

6 months on since the so-called Gaza ‘ceasefire’ agreement, we are standing together, once again, to say - ENOUGH.

International law should not be optional.

#RedLineForPalestine

Middle East Humanitarian Appeal Donate to the Middle East Humanitarian Appeal to help the millions of people who have fled their homes in search of safety. They urgently need shelter, food and basic supplies.

Please support our work so we can continue responding to the increasing needs of people affected by the conflict.

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Please support our work so we can continue responding to the increasing needs of people affected by the conflict.

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A man carrying a box over his shoulder on a road.

Two women loading supplies into the back of a van.

A box of supplies is handed down to a woman from the back of a van.

A woman loading boxes filled with period kits.

Despite the challenges posed by escalating airstrikes on Lebanon, our local partners are continuing to provide life-saving assistance to people who are directly affected by the conflict.

Learn more about our work in Lebanon and how we're responding. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/4twO9KT

Britain as a global financial superpower: The UK’s 2027 G20 Presidency is a historic opportunity to fix the system UK’s 2027 G20 Presidency offers a rare chance to fix systemic imbalances at little cost.

Developing countries lose billions annually through debt payments and tax avoidance.

The UK has a unique influence over finance and could make the most of the 2027 G7 presidency to fix a broken system. @mariafinnerty.bsky.social for the @brettonwoodsproject.org. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/4srYRSf

"Colombia has the opportunity to lead a global energy transition that goes beyond simply changing the source of power but transforms our relationship with the land. We cannot talk about a global energy transition whilst ignoring local realities. The solution already exists it is a model of energy and productive sovereignty based on nature, which integrates communities into its design and management."

The first International Conference for a Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels will start later this month in Colombia.

Our local partners call for ambition and we hope to see the UK play its part. Find out more and email Ed Miliband. ⤵️

https://action.cafod.org.uk/page/188580/action/1

A photo of the Catholic Women Organisation in Milton Keynes out on a walk.

Children walking in a park holding Big Lent Walk posters.

A group of children stood outside for a posting. Some are holding a large CAFOD banner.

A group of parishioners stood outside their church ahead of a walk.

Thanks to all the individuals, parishes and schools who made this a fantastic edition of the #BigLentWalk! 👏

https://walk.cafod.org.uk

📍Catholic Women Organisation Milton Keynes, St Mary's Catholic Primary Schools Trust, All Saints Glossop, Immaculate Conception Eccleshall

A photo of students playing netball in Zimbabwe.

Students jumping for the ball at the net while playing volleyball.

A portrait of a smiling Vimbainashe 'Vimbai' Chiweshe who works for the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace as she wears a blue football shirt.

A photo of a young man celebrating as the ball hits the net in a game of volleyball.

This Easter Monday is also the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace.

In Zimbabwe, we supported the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace in organising a Sports for Peace Day using friendly competition forge a sense of community, cooperation and hope.

Happy Easter from all of us here at CAFOD!

Our Director Christine Allen recorded this message thanking supporters for all the support over Lent and showing that a better world needs all of us. 💚

A family tending to their floating garden from a boat in Bangladesh. "Risen Jesus plant us in your presence, and root us in your love. May your risen life grow within us so that, filled with your abundant love, we may renew the face of the earth. Amen."

Today, we join Mary in the resurrection garden. At first, she mistakes the risen Christ for the gardener.

This Lent, we have seen signs of the new life of the resurrection in the stories of our neighbours. Thank you for all the support this Lent. 🌱

https://cafod.org.uk/pray/lent-calendar/5-april

An illustration showing the tomb with the door open. Underneath, it says: "Christ is risen, alleluia! He is risen, alleluia!"

Easter Sunday "Risen Jeusus,

Christ is Risen, Alleluia!

We hope that everyone has a lovely Easter. May Jesus' abundant love help us renew the face of the earth.

People holding lit candles on Holy Saturday in Bangladesh.

A close-up of a candle in the dark.

The priest washes the candle in a bucket.

People stood outside gathered around a fire.

📸 In Bangladesh, Christians carry candles lit from a flame blessed by their priest on Holy Saturday.

Bristi Suzan Gomes wrote about her memories of celebrating Easter in the country as a citizen of a minority faith. More about these traditions. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/4sHfhqz

An illustration labelled Holy Saturday showing a closed tomb.

"Lord, when I start to lose hope, help me to remember that you are not delaying. What looks like the end might not be the end at all. And though I might want to escape it, it is a great gift to be with someone in their fear and confusion. Lead me to those who need someone to wait with them in the dark. May I be for them a person of hope. Amen."

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. 🙏

A close-up of a rosary being held in a woman's hand. "At times, we seek quick answers, immediate solutions. But God works in depth, in the slow time of trust." Pope Leo XIV.

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

A photo showing three empty crosses. "When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, 'it is finished' and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit."

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

A photo showing a pair of hands washing a foot in a bowl of water. "When Jesus had to wash his disciples' feet, it was a gesture to say, every leader is to lead by example...I have to walk the talk." Fr Johanes Zevito.

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