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Pope Leo XIV issued a message for #WorldFoodDay yesterday calling for a food system that works for the common good. One of the issues with the current debt system is that it helps to feed food insecurity. Find out more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/news/campaigning-news/…

A photo of Pope Leo XIV with a quote from his message for World Food Day 2026:

"Using appropriate technology to cultivate the land is an expression of the human person’s role as God’s collaborator in the work of creation. However, when modern technology is used in agriculture in ways that strip the soil of its natural fertility or drives farmers from their land, motivated solely by financial considerations, this cannot be regarded as progress, but instead a sophisticated form of destruction."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 16/10/2026

Today is #WorldFoodDay. 🥬 🍚 For this school in Zimbabwe, a new clean water source helps them to grow their own vegetables and provide students with nutritious food as part of a feeding programme. More on our Harvest Appeal. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fa…

Kiki and a friend in the school garden holding a root vegetable.

Chief stood in the school garden wearing a yellow shirt and tie holding up a root vegetable.

Tayla and Kiki in blue tracksuits tending to the school garden.

Tayla and Chief crouching over to tend to crops in the school garden.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Massive congratulations to all of #TeamCAFOD who did the Royal Parks Half Marathon at the weekend! 💚 🎽 Over £6,000 has been raised collectively so far to help fight global injustice and poverty. Thanks to every member of the team. ⤵️ 📸 Neil Roper/ Joshua Sokoya bit.ly/4B8Ecbq

Three CAFOD runners in branded kit holding their medals after the run.

One runner with his arm raised as he passes the CAFOD cheer station.

One runner in CAFOD kit biting her medal.

A runner in CAFOD kit with her arms in the air.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Want to hear more about agroecology and the role it can play in supporting farmers with climate resilience? Niamh Furey explains more about our upcoming event on Monday 19 October which will discuss the BRACE Technical Report Launch. Sign up here. ⤵️ bit.ly/4Ayso1y

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

A Russian drone strike in Odesa damaged our partner Caritas-Spes Ukraine humanitarian support centre which thankfully emptied out minutes earlier. More from our Acting Emergency Programme Manager for Ukraine, Henry Wilson-Smith, and Caritas-Spes Ukraine's spokesperson. ⤵️ bit.ly/3VIdbv3

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Francis works at Bungwe primary school and teaches Tayla from our Harvest Appeal and is responsible for running the health and gender clubs. Hear from him about his work and the impact of your support. ⤵️ bit.ly/4hOz9Ea

A photo of Francis stood outside with his arms crosseed.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

News is breaking about a powerful earthquake that has struck Panama. Please join us in praying for all who have been affected and those responding. 🙏

A prayer graphic with an image of a candle. It reads:

"God, our strength and our help
in times of trouble,
be with your people now,
in the aftermath of this earthquake.
Move us to come together
offering shelter for the homeless,
rest to the weary
comfort to the injured and distressed
so that although all is unsteady
and faith may be shaken,
the light of your hope shines through.

We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

We celebrated #FamilyFastDay one week ago. 💚 Thanks to all the volunteers who got up to tell Tayla's story in parishes and the clergy welcomed them. You can still donate to help provide the food and safe water that keeps children in school. ⤵️ bit.ly/46HNdcW

A man in a CAFOD shirt inside a church holding Harvest promotional materials.

A man speaking in church and holding up the Harvest poster.

Two women holding up Harvest materials in front of a display board.

Clergy and Sylvester from CAFOD holding up Harvest envelopes in the back of a church.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

An El Niño climate pattern has begun and is expected to be very strong later in the year. In Zimbabwe, we worked with our Church partner and the local community to build a pump and pipes to ensure access to safe water, even in dry periods. More. ⤵️ bit.ly/4yFTi6w

A group of women digging trenches for pipes to go in.

A man called Crispen pointing up a water tank structure.

Tayla and Chief working in a garden that is supplied with water from the new system.

A group of people by buildings digging trenches for pipes.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

A massive thank you to all the parishes, schools, volunteers, clergy and individuals who helped make #FamilyFastDay happen over the past few days. 💚 It's always so inspiring to see people putting faith into action. More about this year's Appeal. ⤵️ bit.ly/46HNdcW

A boy holding up the CAFOD Harvest poster outside the entrance to a church.

The Family Fast Day envelope photographed from the back of a church looking to the altar.

A priest, CAFOD staff member and supporter stood outside a church holding the Harvest envelope.

Clergy stood outside a church holding two CAFOD Harvest envelopes.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Today is the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi and also marks the end of the Season of Creation. 💚 With 2026 being 800 years since his death, Pope Leo declared this to be a special year in which we are all called to become saints in our world. cafod.org.uk/pray/year-of-st-francis

An illustration showing Saint Francis of Assisi holding a sheep with a deer pressing its nose against him.

St Francis loved and believed God wanted people to care for creation. He called all animals his 'brothers' and 'sisters', and is said to have been able to calm wild beasts. He wrote a famous prayer giving thanks to God for the sun, the moon, the water and the earth.

We can all learn from St Francis to love and look after our world, and care for creation."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Harvest is a time to give thanks to God for the gifts of creation and for the food that sustains us. While we celebrate the food we have, we remember our sisters and brothers around the world who do not have enough. cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fa…

A photo showing Tayla and Chief working on crops in the school garden.

"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not givec up."

Galations 6:9

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

"Lead us to hunger and thirst for a better world, where we put our faith into action..." 🙏 Take a moment to pray with us at the end of this #FamilyFastDay. cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fa…

A photo showing schoolchildren playing outside with a crowd watching on combined with text from a prayer.

"Living God,
who sent your only Son
to walk among us,
to teach, heal and nourish us,
we sing a song of your praise
and thank you for your gifts.

Grant that we may draw closer to you
through our prayer and our fasting,
opening our eyes to the needs
of our bruised and broken world.

Lead us to hunger and thirst for a better world,
where we put our faith into action
and seek to love our neighbour
so that all your children may flourish.

Amen."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Be part of the ripple of change. Donate this Family Fast Day. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fa…

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

A huge thank you to all taking part in #FamilyFastDay. 💚 By donating today,  you can help children stay in school by providing the food and safe water they need. Find out more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fa…

A graphic for Family Fast Day featuring a photo of Tayla in Zimbabwe and parish communities in England and Wales at previous Fast Day events.

"Thank you for turning faith into action for our global family."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

On #FamilyFastDay tomorrow, people will pray, fast and give to support our global family. This Harvest, we have been sharing the story of Tayla and her school community in Zimbabwe. Find out more and donate to help more children stay in school. ⤵️ bit.ly/46HNdcW

Tayla and Chief tending to the vegetable gardens and fish ponds at their school.

Tayla and Kiki caring for the plants in their school's vegetable garden.

A photo of a girl called Maggie playing netball at her school.

A photo showing Tayla with the vegetable garden behind her.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

It's great to see people getting set for Harvest Family Fast Day on Friday. 💚 Thanks to the Archbishop of Birmingham, Bernard Longley, for recording this message expressing his support. More about the appeal and donate here. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fa…

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Teachers at this school in northern Zimbabwe have seen how the children are in a better position to learn after our partners built a water pump that helps them grow their own food. Donate this Harvest to help more children stay in school. ⤵️ bit.ly/46HNdcW

A photo showing a classroom sat at their desks in Zimbabwe with a quote from the headteacher:

"We are seeing children return to school who had previously stayed home due to hunger. They are not just present - they are engaged and ready to learn."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Walk of Witness brought together different Christian groups in Liverpool to amplify the voices of Palestinian Christians and call for a just peace for all who call the Holy Land home. Our Director Christine Allen was there.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

💚 Coming together in faith. We can build a better world together this Harvest. More about Tayla's story and how you can help children stay in school by taking part in Family Fast Day. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/family-fa…

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Tomorrow, the Church celebrates the World Day of Migrants and Refugees which this year features the theme 'Even just one of these children.' Our resources to pray for people who are displaced, refugees and migrants. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/pray/prayer-resources/…

A photo of Pope Leo with a quote from his message for the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees.

"Let us entrust migrant and refugee children to the maternal protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary who, together with Saint Joseph and the child Jesus experienced the cruelty of Herod's violence and the tragedy of exile in Egypt (cf Mt 2:13-15). May she accompany their steps and help our communities to become living and credible signs of the Gospel."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We're delighted to launch a new report on building resilience through Agroecology for Coastal Emergencies with Caritas Bangladesh and Boku University. Hear more from the authors. 🗓️ Monday 19 October ⏱️ 09:00 - 11:00 (BST) 🖥️ Register here ⤵️ bit.ly/4Ayso1y

A poster featuring a photo from Bangladesh with text about the Brace Technical Report Launch:

Key details are that it's on 19 October 2026 at 9-11am London time.

Speakers will be:
Michael Hauser, Associate Professor, Boku University
Pierre Ferrand, Agriculture Officer, FAO
Subash Gomes, Manager Ecology Conservation & Food Security Caritas Bangladesh
Niamh Furey, Environment Advisor CAFOD."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

💚 In one week, it will be Family Fast Day when people put faith into action by praying, fasting and giving to support your neighbours. Get involved. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/fundraise/family-fast-…

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Hunger and thirst in Zimbabwe can stop children from learning. Our partners worked with Tayla’s community to build a water system. By donating today,  you can help children stay in school by providing food and safe water. Our Harvest Appeal. ⤵️ bit.ly/46HNdcW

A photo of a girl called Tayla wearing a blue school tracksuit with a quote of hers:

"It affected me because I would feel tired and not be good at working. Some of the mathematics would be hard."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Tayla's education was interrupted by a lack of water. Our local partners in Zimbabwe worked with the community to build a solar-powered pump. Now, the impact goes beyond a reliable, safe water source. Find out more and donate this Harvest. ⤵️ bit.ly/46HNdcW

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Pope Leo's Prayer Intention for September focuses on the crucial issue of clean water as he asks us to defend everyone's right to water. This Harvest, we're sharing the story of how our partners built a solar-powered pump in Zimbabwe. bit.ly/46HNdcW

A photo of Pope Leo XIV with a quote from his Prayer Intention for September "For the Care of Water"

"We see with pain so many brothers and sisters who lack clean water, who walk for miles to find it, who become ill due to its scarcity.”

Two girls in their blue school tracksuits using a new water pump.

"I missed school for two weeks because I was sick. I didn't have water near me."

Tayla, Zimbabwe.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🎤 Creating an environment where all can thrive. We asked Hilda and Della how they see a better world. 📍 Our Lady of Fatima Church - White City, London

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

It's important that we come together to pray as a global community. Let's stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters around the world. 🙏 Discover our full range of prayer resources. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/pray/prayer-resources

A photo of four young people in Rome holding a banner that says "We Are Pilgrims of Hope"

"What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God?"

Micah 6:8

A photo showing a family in Liberia sat on a boat that is on the beach.

"Let us love one another, for love is from God."

1 John 4:7

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Everything is connected, so every decision is rooted in God's love. Fr Richard Nesbitt of Our Lady of Fatima in White City, London on living out faith every day.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

In Zimbabwe, hunger and thirst are stopping children from learning. Tayla experienced that before our local partners built a solar-powered water system. Find out more about her story and the difference your support can make this Harvest. ⤵️ bit.ly/46HNdcW

A photo of a schoolgirl called Tayla in Zimbabwe who's wearing a blue school tracksuit.

"Family Fast Day

We did not have a lot of food, so we didn't have a lot of energy."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Birthday wishes to Pope Leo XIV who turns 71 today! 🎉

A photo of Pope Leo with text that says "Happy Birthday, Pope Leo!" and a large number 71.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Brilliant effort from all of #TeamCAFOD at the Great North Run today! Thank you for choosing to run in support of what we do.💚 Find out more about running for us in the future. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/fundraise/challenge-ev…

CAFOD runners at the end with their medals.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The #SeasonofCreation is about renewing our relationship with God and all creation. 💚 See more with our resources that help you listen to the voice of creation. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/pray/season-of-creation

A picture of a pink flower with an illustration of St Hildegard of Bingen who is holding a flower.

"All of creation is a song of praise to God."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A better world needs all of us. We can all play a part in adding more fairness. 💚 Hilda from Our Lady of Fatima in White City on how faith inspires her.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

More than 3,000 people have sadly died of Ebola in DR Congo as the outbreak spreads. Our local partners are continuing to deliver aid and supply PPE for healthcare workers in the most difficult circumstances. Read more about the outbreak, our response and how to help. ⤵️ bit.ly/4tO6pix

A man speaks into a megaphone as he shares information about Ebola.

A woman wearing yellow and white personal protective equipment puts gloves on.

A man washing his hands from a container that has 'Stop Ebola' stickers on it.

A woman uses a thermometer on a person who is sat down in front of her.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

It has been a month since Colombia was hit by an earthquake and the emergency is far from over. cafod.org.uk/news/media/press-relea…

A photo of CAFOD's Head of Programmes for Latin America, Diana Trimino, with a quote. It reads:

"One month on, the emergency in Colombia is far from over. More than a million people are estimated to need humanitarian assistance.

“As the initial attention begins to fade, we must make sure that communities already facing poverty, conflict and displacement are not forgotten.

“Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we have pledged £100,000 to our partners in Colombia, supporting families in Chocó and the wider Caritas Colombia response."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Thanks for helping to end settlement trade with your support of our campaign! Thousands of our supporters wrote to the Trade Secretary demanding an end to trade with illegal settlements. You helped send a clear message. bit.ly/3TlzXYK

A graphic featuring a background farmer of a farmer in the West Bank and a letter addressed to the Trade Secretary:

"Britain Announces Settlement Trade Ban

The Foreign Secretary has announced that Britain will ban imports from illegal Israeli settlements.

Together, we made a difference.

By writing to the Trade Secretary, you helped send a clear message that Britain's trade policy must uphold international law and human rights."

A graphic with a background photo showing dates.

"Why does this matter?

For years, goods produced on illegally occupied land continued to enter the country.

A ban on illegal trade is an important step, and CAFOD will continue to work alongside our partners and allies to achieve a just and lasting peace."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Russian airstrikes on Kyiv resumed last night following a temporary pause. To prepare for winter, our partner organisations are helping communities to prepare with supplies of heaters, blankets, power banks and by repairing destroyed windows. ⤵️ bit.ly/4gRwlFI

A quote graphic with a quote from CAFOD's Acting Emergency Programme Manager for Ukraine, Henry Wilson-Smith:

"As Ukrainians approach a fifth winter of war, Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure have increased dramatically. Across the country people are exhausted, as they attempt to go about their lives under constant attack."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband today announced a ban on imports from illegal Israeli settlements. Today's statement makes it clear that Britain will sanction individuals and companies who provide goods and services that support settlement expansion. Our response. ⤵️ bit.ly/3TlzXYK

A quote card that reads:

"CAFOD welcomes the decision to ban imports from Israeli settlements, and the government’s renewed commitment to act in support of justice and accountability announced today.

The new policy measures, highlighting the illegality of the occupation and pledging firm action against those who finance or facilitate illegal settlements, mark an encouraging step-change by Andy Burnham’s government."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

This week, we're joining charities for Remember a Charity Week, celebrating the extraordinary impact gifts in Wills can have. Gifts in Wills currently fund a third of our work. Find out more with our free Will-writing guide. ⤵️ www.cafod.org.uk/legacy

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

"Strengthen us to build a better world for all." 💚 In this Season of Creation, we think back to Pope Leo's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas and its messages about Catholic Social Teaching and care for our common home. Read more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/pray/magnifica-humanit…

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Women and Girls, we call for the respect of indigenous women’s rights and their full participation in decision-making processes. Hear more from Sineia do Vale from our partner Conselho Indígena De Roraima in the Brazilian Amazon.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Following the earthquake in Colombia and flash flooding in Nepal, we're supporting the local Caritas organisations who are often among the first to respond. Read more in our latest emergency update following both disasters. ⤵️ bit.ly/3ValqQ8

A photo showing rubble that has fallen off a large building after the earthquake in Colombia.

A photo showing damage inside a church caused by the earthquake in Colombia.

A photo showing a man in a Caritas vest looking down a road that is covered in mud.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Move us to live more simply. 💚 The Season of Creation begins today and it's a time to renew our relationships with God our Creator, and with creation. Find out more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/pray/season-of-creation

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

💧 Living water 🇿🇼 Visiting Zimbabwe 🌍 Care for our common home The Bishop of @diocesehn.bsky.social and Chair of our Board of Trustees, Bishop Stephen Wright, encourages us all to celebrate the Season of Creation and be stewards of creation. More on the season. ⤵️ bit.ly/3T6jQhC

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Today is the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation when we're encouraged to pray for our common home. This year, Pope Leo XIV has selected a theme from Isaiah 2:4. More on ways to respond to the day and the Season of Creation. ⤵️ bit.ly/4wZzOrZ

A photo of a woman pouring water our from a boat in Bangladesh where she's working on a floating garden. There's also a photo of Pope Leo and a quote of his.

"But where hearts are renewed, new possibilities begin to open. What has been used for destruction can be redirected toward life, toward the care of the poor, the nourishment of the hungry and the safeguarding of creation."

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

The Ebola outbreak in the Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is still spreading without a vaccine or approved treatment. We work with local partners as they fight the spread of the disease. In Bunia, Fr Chrysante has seen the impact of the virus. bit.ly/4tO6pix

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Sister Cecilia from Caritas Nepal has issued this message about how the country has been affected by Wednesday's flash flooding. More on the current situation and how you can help. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/news/emergencies-news/…

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

💦 Hand washing 🏥 Personal protective equipment for medical workers 📢 Raising awareness on prevention In Bunia, we are supporting our partner SOFEPADI as they respond to the deadliest outbreak in the history of the Democratic Republic of Congo. bit.ly/4tO6pix

A woman in medical PPE washes her hands outside from a large container.

A person stood at the entrance to a tent in full PPE with disinfectant equipment.

A man speaks into a megaphone to share information about Ebola.

A woman washes her hands from a bucket set up outside a kiosk providing information about Ebola.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Our partner works across the West Bank providing legal aid and supporting individuals and communities facing violent attacks and house demolition, land confiscation, forced displacement.

A graphic with a quote from a staff member from a CAFOD Partner in the occupied Palestinian territory:

"Settler terror is escalating in a frightening way. I feel them coming nearer and nearer.

One day I worry I will open the door and see their faces. Nobody is stopping it."

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