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As Pope Francis marks ten years as Pope, we look at ten of our favourite moments from his papacy so far.

Pope Francis is visiting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan from 31 January to 5 February to meet with people who have been forced to flee their homes to escape violence, to pray for peace and an end to division.

This Easter, a time of new life and new beginnings, CAFOD warmly welcomes a new Chair to its Board of Trustees – Bishop Stephen Wright.

The beginning of Lent is upon us! And over 200,000 school children, parishes, individuals and families have committed to taking part in the Big Lent Walk. Will you join them?

The Egypt climate summit starts after a year where the climate crisis has devastated lives in East Africa and Pakistan.

Cardinal Parolin, the Holy See's Secretary of State, delivered a message on behalf of Pope Francis to COP27 in Egypt.

“Our greatest and yet most fragile treasure is our shared humanity as brothers and sisters, children of God. None of us can be saved alone.” Pope Francis on the World Day of Peace, 1 January 2023.

Christmas is fast approaching, and we have just the best unusual presents for your friends and family that can make a real difference to people living in poverty! Discover our World Gifts! 

On Sunday 16 October, Songs of Praise will celebrate CAFOD’s 60th anniversary in their milestone moments episode.

Everyone here at CAFOD would like to wish you all a blessed and happy Christmas. Thank you for all the support and prayers you gave throughout the year. I hope that we can continue to work together in 2022.