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In his first #encyclical "#Magnificahumanitas", on the Church's social doctrine in the era of #ArtificialIntelligence, Pope Leo XIV appeals for the safeguarding of humanity, promotion of truth, dignity of work, social justice, and peace. vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2…

President of the Bishops’ Conference and Archbishop of @RCWestminster, the Most Reverend Richard Moth, has welcomed the publication of Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical letter Magnifica Humanitas. Read more: cbcew.org.uk/archbishop-mot…

In his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo explores themes of justice, dignity and protecting workers as we adapt to technological changes in the digital age. He writes that technology must always be a tool that serves humanity and the common good.

The full version of Magnifica Humanitas has been published here. #The_Word_became_flesh" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">vatican.va/content/leo-xi…

Pope Leo XIV has published his first encyclical called Magnifica Humanitas. With a focus on dignity and justice in the digital age, it explores the importance of safeguarding humanity at a time of transformation.

Today, we celebrate Mary, Mother of the Church. In the Magnificat, she gives a powerful vision of God's love and justice and Pope Leo reminds us about the Church's love for its most vulnerable and fragile members. Our range of Marian prayers. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/pray/pray-the-…

It's the first day of Catholic Legacy Week. 🗓️ At this time, we highlight the huge impact gifts in Wills make. Currently, they help fund a third of our work. We're grateful to all who support us in this special way. 💚 Find out more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/give/leave-a-g…

Pray with us this Pentecost. 🕊️ 🔥 "Spirit of God, who appeared like tongues of flame, burn in us a passion for justice and a commitment to change." 🙏 More of our prayer resources. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/pray/prayer-re…

Many thanks to the parishes of Rochdale and Oldham who came together to raise funds with a walk in the park. 🚶 A better world needs all of us and it was incredible to see more than 80 people taking part and raising over £1,600 for our work!

South Sudan is an illuminating example of how countries struggle with high debt burdens. Join our webinar on Tuesday 26 May to learn more. Register here 👉 bit.ly/3PjqzTI

📣 We called for a fairer debt system during the Jubilee. We've made some progress but need to keep pushing. Money is still flowing out of countries that can least afford it. Countries like South Sudan. More on our campaign and ways to take part. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/news/campaigni…

Low-income countries spend an average of 18% of government income servicing foreign debt. Research shows that a more sustainable cap on this could make a real impact. Join us and call for urgent reform of the global debt system. 👉 cafod.org.uk/campaign/the-g…

We pray for all in the Democratic Republic of Congo after an outbreak of Ebola has been declared in Ituri province. Our local partners have experience of dealing with previous outbreaks and are well placed to respond. Find out more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/news/emergenci…

Join online on Wednesday 20 May at 7pm as CAFOD, @MissioUK, @acn_uk and @StellaMarisOrg come together to pray the Rosary for peace in our world. 🙏 We’ll reflect on the Sorrowful Mysteries as we unite in prayer for peace. 📿 Register. ⤵️ @08f4ac77-938f-49be-8f24-000e77255cce" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/000881ee…

The global debt crisis forces governments across the Global South to make impossible choices. Wesley from Caritas Africa urges you to keep supporting our debt campaign. Find out more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/campaign/the-g…

@stuartbathurst @CAFODSchools @BhamDES Many congratulations, well deserved! 💚

We’re so proud to share this from @CAFOD ✨ Gaining the Live Simply award is a wonderful recognition of our whole school community putting our faith into action by caring for creation, the poor and the vulnerable.

In 1891, Pope Leo XIII signed Rerum Novarum and his encyclical would go on to become the key text that underpins much of Catholic Social Teaching. Lots of our work is inspired by these key principles. Read more about them. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/pray/catholic-…

The United Kingdom has announced it is halving the funding promised to the UN’s Green Climate Fund. Our Climate Policy Lead, Liz Cronin, on the news. ⤵️

The UK’s 50% cut to Green Climate Fund commitment is a fundamental breach of trust that undermines UK credibility as a global partner. Read CAN-UK and our members reactions here: can-uk.org/news/the-uks-5…

The global debt crisis isn't just caused by 'irresponsible borrowing.' Our volunteer, Hope, examines the factors beyond the control of African countries that have serious and disproportionate consequences on their economies. Read more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/news/blogs/glo…