The title of this talk, 'Confinement is not the same thing as exclusion', is taken from words of Pope Francis spoken in the penitentiary in Philadelphia earlier this year. It reminds us that prisoners are never to be forgotten, written off. Ra...
In the Church of San Luigi dei Francesi there are three paintings by Caravaggio telling the story of St Matthew. I am sure you are familiar with them. The first is entitled theCalling of St Matthew and it is an excellent starting point for these r...
Last month, we shared the exciting news about Lucy McAuley’s hike to Everest Base Camp to raise funds for Caritas Bakhita House. Having reached the summit, Lucy reflects on her experience and what it meant to her to go to #BaseCamp4Bakhita. The…
Sponsor Sponsor an Assisted Pilgrim Lourdes is a place of healing and the sick play a central role on our pilgrimage. Many of the sick are unable to pay their costs in full and so need our support. If you would like to make a donation towards...
Yesterday (23rd May), Pope Francis recognised a second miracle attributed to London-born Blessed Carlo Acutis, paving the way for him to become the first millennial saint. The miracle relates to a womanfrom Costa Rica, Liliana, who prayed at...