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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 2d

"At the same time, I urge everyone to remain united in prayer, so that the ongoing efforts may put an end to the war and lead us towards a just and lasting peace.”

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 2d

“I ask all those in positions of responsibility to commit themselves to this path, to bring about a ceasefire and to release the hostages.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 2d

Speaking yesterday, Pope Leo XIV called on political leaders to commit themselves fully to negotiations so that a ceasefire and the release of hostages can be secured.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 2d

With this week marking two years of the current conflict in the Middle East, we continue to pray for an end to this devastating situation, the release of all hostages and restoration of aid.

A graphic on a dark background.

The text says:

"Join us in praying for peace in the Middle East."

"God of peace, bearer of hope,
we seek your help
for the peoples of the Middle East.

Quiet the clamour of war
and guide us towards peace.

Where there is hatred and division
sow seeds of calm and openness.

Where there is destruction
help us to rebuild.

Where children are crying
bring an end to tears.

Shelter your peoples and protect them
Guide them and keep them from harm.

Show us how to break down the barriers of history and fear
and breathe whispers of hope.

Amen.

Linda Jones/CAFOD"

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 3d

Following #FamilyFastDay, our thanks go out to all the amazing people who brought Waré's story into parishes this Harvest. 💚

We're grateful to clergy for welcoming our speakers and all the parishioners for listening and showing support. More about the appeal. ⤵️

cafod.org.uk/give/appeals...

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 3d

We appreciate all of the efforts supporters have made this Harvest and on Family Fast Day to show love and solidarity for our global family.

A better world needs all of us and it's great to see people coming together to make an impact.

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

A poster showing Waré pouring water.

The text says: "CAFOD Family Fast Day Appeal

Jesus said: 'Love your neighbour as yourself', Mark 12:31.

Please help more of our neighbours get safe water for their families."

CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 3d

The Season of Creation came to a close yesterday on the Feast of St Francis.

Two years ago, his namesake Pope Francis published his apostolic exhortation Laudate Deum which calls for faster climate action from world leaders. On Wednesday, Pope Leo XIV repeated the call.

An image of Pope Francis waving with text from a prayer:

"Laudate Deum,
O God we praise you,
for the world sings
of your infinite love.

Forgive us our failure
to agree a way forward
to protect this earth
and our children's future.

For the way the powerful
shelter behind their wealth,
while the poorest people are disregarded,
and the earth is at breaking point.

Guide our leaders
to set aside their own interests
in the interest of us all
and grant us all the courage
to turn our concern into change.

Strengthen our faith,
and let us never lose hope
so together we may rise up
responding to the urgent call
of your people and all creation.

Amen.

Prayer: Catherine Gorman/CAFOD"

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 4d

Fleeing from Sudan to South Sudan. Internal displacement in Lebanon. Venezuela to Guatemala.

For the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, we're sharing stories from three inspirational women who were forced to leave their homes but remain hopeful. Find out more. ⤵️

https://bit.ly/4mOa6l3

Sarah photographed holding her sleeping child.

Jannette at work in a Caritas vest stood behind a laptop.

A photo showing the back of a Venezuelan woman in Guatemala by a colourful, painted wall.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 5d

Thanks to all who've been supporting our Harvest Appeal over the Family Fast Day weekend. 💚

A better world needs all of us and your donations help local partners like Teamrat to provide expert support alongside communities they know well.

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 5d

Thanks for all the love and solidarity you've displayed this Family Fast Day after hearing Waré's story! 💚

A better world needs all of us and your donations will help more communities overcoming poverty and injustice.

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

Waré and her family together inside their home.

Guyo from partner CIFA Ethiopia with colleagues sat in a car.

Adi and her family stood buy the water tank structure.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 5d

Super soup in schools! 😋

Thanks to all the schools who held a soup lunch today to mark Family Fast Day. How did you get involved?

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

📍 St John Fisher, Bishop Challenor, St Angela's Ursuline School and Sixth Form, St Edmund Campion

A group of school students serving soup.

Students and a teacher stood behind a table with CAFOD posters.

A group of school students sat at a table with soup lunches.

School students serving soup from large bowls.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 5d

On #FamilyFastDay, we pray and give thanks for all the good things we have received.

We remember that they are meant for all. 🙏

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 6d

🚨#FamilyFastDay is here! 🚨

There are so many different ways to take part:

💚 Donate to the Family Fast Day appeal
🍲 Fundraise at a community lunch
🙏 Pray
📱 Share what you're doing on social media

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

A graphic showing various photos of CAFOD supporters and Waré with her family in Ethiopia.

"It's Family Fast Day!

Thanks to everyone making small sacrifices in solidarity with our global family."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 6d

Tomorrow is Harvest #FamilyFastDay...

The solidarity shown for our neighbours around the world helps build things like these ingenious water tanks. Find out more and please donate. ⤵️

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 6d

The province of Cebu in the Philippines declared a state of calamity following Tuesday's earthquake.

More on what happened as we remain in contact with local Church agencies who are assessing the needs of affected communities. ⤵️

https://cafod.org.uk/news/emergencies-news/philippines-earthquake

Philippines earthquake: What has happened and how you can help

On Tuesday 30 September, a powerful earthquake struck the Philippines. As part of Caritas Internationalis, CAFOD stands ready to respond to any requests for support.

cafod.org.uk

CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 6d

See a brief recap of the first day of the conference. ⤵️

www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVG7...

HIGHLIGHTS - International Conference “Raising Hope for Climate Justice,” Oct 1 2025 Pope Leo XIV

YouTube video by Vatican News

www.youtube.com

CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 6d

Bishop John Arnold saw Pope Leo XIV speak yesterday at the Raising Hope conference as he urged us to keep working in the spirit of Pope Francis' Laudato Si' .

His thoughts from the event at Castel Gandolfo. ⤵️

A picture of Lead Bishop for the Environment, John Arnold with a quote of his:

"More than ever, we need to work together, to think of future generations and take urgent action if we are to truly respond to the scale of this climate crisis. A crisis which affects those who are poorest and most vulnerable and have done least to cause it.”

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 7d

Thanks to the Holy Family Catholic Church in Slough for organising a wonderful walk celebrating parishioners' heritage in support of our work. 💚

Great also to see our Harvest Appeal mentioned ahead of Family Fast Day this Friday.

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal

Two people posing for a photo with a CAFOD Harvest Appeal poster.

People walking with a banner at the Holy Family sponsored walk.

A group of parishioners and the priest posing for a photo.

People posing outside for a photo. Some of whom are holding the flag of the Philippines.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 7d

Pope Leo XIV echoed Pope Francis earlier today as he called on people to take action to help care for our common home by pushing politicians to take much-needed climate action.

More about his speech today at the #RaisingHope conference. ⤵️

https://bbc.in/4o15jxD

#LaudatoSi

A photo of Pope Leo XIV with a quote:

"Citizens need to take an action, an active role in political decision making at national, regional and local levels, only then will it be possible to mitigate the damage done to the environment."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 7d

The international community must act urgently to secure an immediate and permanent ceasefire as the only way to prevent more deaths, to enable the release of hostages and arbitrarily-detained prisoners and ensure the delivery of aid at scale.

cafod.org.uk/news/emergen...

Middle East conflict: What is happening in Gaza now?

Despite overwhelming challenges and risk to life, our local partners are clear that, with your support, they can continue to deliver vital support to those in greatest need.

cafod.org.uk

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 7d

At the time of writing, all staff are accounted for but they, like all other Gazans are living under constant fear and in horrendous conditions. There are no safe places for people in Gaza to go.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 7d

Medical centres and supplies have had to be abandoned, the Al Shati medical centre had to be evacuated after a missile was fired in the area, prompting people to flee.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 7d

Today we heard the news that people in the Old City of Gaza, where both churches are located, received a warning to evacuate. Many of the staff of our partner, Caritas Jerusalem have been forced to evacuate to the south.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 7d

Our Director Christine Allen is at the Raising Hope conference and just heard Pope Leo XIV speak.

These are her thoughts on his message about working together in the spirit of Laudato Si'.

More on the event. ⤵️
https://raisinghope.earth/conference/

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 7d

Fill it up! 💧

Donate this Harvest so that more people can thrive.

See more about Waré's story and how water tanks built alongside our local engineers in the south of Ethiopia made a real impact for her community. ⤵️

https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fast-day-appeal