Caritas Westminster

05/06/2026

It's Volunteers Week! Thank you to all of our amazing volunteers who do so much good across the Diocese of Westminster.

If you'd like to get involved in social action, join us at our FREE Volunteer Fair on 4 July (3:00–5:00pm) to discover opportunities to support food banks, accompany people experiencing homelessness, work with refugees, help older people, and much more.

If you're looking to volunteer in your parish or in the wider community, there's a place for you!

📍 Westminster Cathedral Hall, Ambrosden Ave, SW1P 1QW

Find out more and sign up via https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/event/caritas-volunteer-fair/

29/05/2026

"Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me." (Matthew 25:40)

Earlier this month, we hosted 'A Call to a Deeper Social Engagement: Collaboration in Action', alongside our friends at CCLA - an event bringing Catholic charities from across London together to explore how we can work more closely for the common good, joined by Archbishop Richard Moth.

Take a look at this recap of the day, as we welcomed organisations united by a shared mission of love and service to our neighbour.

22/05/2026

'At Caritas, our job is to make it as easy as possible, for as many Catholics as possible, to do as much good as possible'

Join our Director, Richard Harries, for a glimpse into his day at Church House, where he delivered the keynote speech at the National Catholic Charities Conference.

His speech highlighted Caritas Westminster's incredible mission and the rich history of charitable work in the Catholic Church, emphasising the lasting impact we continue to make today.

Read it in full here: https://catholicunion.org.uk/2026/05/ever-ancient-ever-new/

29/04/2026

Caritas Bakhita House are proud to support the launch of Decade of Dignity: A Strategic Vision for Eradicating Modern Slavery in the UK - a new report calling for urgent action to end exploitation and strengthen support for survivors.

As a signatory, Caritas Bakhita House welcomes this ten-year roadmap for change, focused on justice, prevention, protecting children, and long-term recovery for survivors.

To read the report, click here: https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/news/bakhita-house/caritas-bakhita-house-supports-call-for-renewed-action-to-end-modern-slavery/

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24/03/2026

We are thrilled to share highlights from our 2025 Annual Review, showcasing the many ways we have supported communities and served the most vulnerable across the Diocese of Westminster

Read the full review here: https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/annual-review-2025/

23/03/2026

Join us for the Diocese of Westminster Justice & Peace Annual Lecture: Living out Catholic Social Teaching in Today’s Britain! The speaker will be Charles Wookey, who will be joined by Dr Charlotte Bray.

📍 Farm Street Church, W1K 3AH
🗓 Wed 25 March, 7-9pm

All are welcome and there will be refreshments to follow!

To RSVP, please email: [email protected]

19/03/2026

On this Feast of St Joseph, we're sharing a reflection from Gail Williams, Head of St Joseph's, about the faith and love that underpind their work with people with intellectual disabilities.

Read the full story here: https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/news/st-josephs/for-the-love-of-the-poor-a-reflection-from-caritas-st-josephs/

16/03/2026

'In that moment, I really felt that God was telling me clearly what I should do with my life. So I went home, signed up for my first course, and shortly after resigned from my job.'

It's Learn to Sign Week, and we're sharing a reflection from Shell Roca, Head of Caritas Deaf Service, about why she and others decided to learn British Sign Language.

This Learn to Sign Week, we’re sharing a reflection from Shell Roca, Head of Caritas Deaf Service, about what led her and others to learn British Sign Language (BSL) and […]

11/03/2026

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09/03/2026

We're so excited to be partnering with Nicholas Breakspear School for their next Science & Faith Symposium, where attendees and guest speakers will explore the complex questions around medicine, ethics, and end-of-life care.

Find out more and book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nbs-science-faith-symposiums-end-of-life-care-tickets-1983693251916?aff=oddtdtcreator