COST OF LIVING CRISIS

COST OF LIVING CRISIS

The Catholic Bishop’s Conference of England and Wales have issued a statement about the cost of living crisis with a number of requests for the Government to consider. In his recent message for World Day of the Poor, Pope Francis urges us all not to turn our...
SEASON OF CREATION – AN ECUMENICAL SERVICE OF CREATION

SEASON OF CREATION – AN ECUMENICAL SERVICE OF CREATION

Season of Creation ran from 1 September to 4 October and Caritas Diocese of Plymouth invited parishes to share any actions they took during that period. The Exeter CAFOD/Live Simply group organised an Ecumenical Service of Creation at Blessed Sacrament Church on 2...
WORLD DAY OF THE POOR – 19 NOVEMBER 2023

WORLD DAY OF THE POOR – 19 NOVEMBER 2023

World Day of the Poor takes place on Sunday 19 November when we are invited to reflect on Pope Francis message and his focus this year on the Book of Tobit “Do not turn your face away from anyone who is poor” (Tob 4:7)” In preparation for this important day,...
THE WORK OF PACT IN OUR LOCAL PRISONS

THE WORK OF PACT IN OUR LOCAL PRISONS

“Keep in mind those who are in prison, as though you were in prison with them” Hebrews 13:3 Pact is a pioneering national charity that supports prisoners, people with convictions, and their children and families.  Caritas Diocese of Plymouth were pleased to visit...
Justice and Peace Conference 2023

Justice and Peace Conference 2023

Helena Penfold was sponsored by Caritas Diocese of Plymouth, to attend this year’s Justice and Peace Conference. The following are her reflections on the event and how we are called to take action to follow the example of Jesus as a steward of God’s creation.  As we...