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Caritas Portsmouth is the social and environmental action team

30/10/2026

This Sunday is Bamenda Sunday when we celebrate the link between the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth and the Archdiocese of Bamenda. A partnership that has been going for over 50 years and allows us to stand together as one family in Christ.

The ongoing conflict in Bamenda still impacts the daily life of so many, including access to education, healthcare and work. This weekend, we ask people in our diocese to give generously to support our brothers and sisters in Bamenda.

There are lots of different ways to donate including setting up a monthly direct debit. Find out how your donations impact lives at
https://portsmouthdiocese.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Bamenda-Sunday-Newsletter-2026.pdf

🙏We also ask for your prayers, that a peaceful end to conflict might be reached.
Thank you for your support.

26/10/2026

The first reading yesterday at Mass opened
Thus said the Lord: 'You shall not wrong a sojourner or oppress him, for you were sojourners in the land of Egypt.' from the book of Exodus (22:21).

As Christians, we are called to love refugees, people seeking sanctuary, as our neighbours, and to welcome, protect, promote and integrate them. Yet increasingly, refugees are under attack. Anti-refugee laws mean they face more and more difficulty getting the protection they badly need and are subjected to huge hostility and cut off from our communities.

We support the joint Caritas Social Action Network with St Vincent de Paul Society (England & Wales) and Jesuit Refugee Service UK 's campaign to Welcome the stranger. Find out how you can also support at https://www.jrsuk.net/defend-asylum/

26/10/2026

Sunday 15 November is the tenth World Day of the Poor, with the theme “The Lord is the refuge of the poor” (Psalm 14:6).

Join us and members of the Caritas Social Action Network in praying a novena, starting on 6 November with with Scripture, reflection and prayer on mental anguish, homelessness, isolation in later life, abuse and violence, imprisonment, material poverty, insecure immigration status and youth unemployment.

The prayers are available at https://www.csan.org.uk/news/csan-launches-world-day-of-the-poor-resource/

16/10/2026

It is World Food Day and many of our parishes are telling us that more people are seeking help because they can't afford food.

Please donate if you can to your local parish foodbank, breakfast or lunch club as demand increases.

Thank you to all the amazing volunteers who ensure no one has to go hungry.

13/10/2026

Our Charity Mass and networking event is on Saturday 14 November and is following the theme for this years World Day of the Poor 'The Lord is the refuge of the poor' from Psalm 14.

Come and join us for conversation, connection and inspiration on how we can become signs of a God who is the refuge of the poor.

Everyone welcome including, clergy, parishioners, teachers and charities, whether you are directly involved in charitable action in Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth or interested in learning more.

📅 Saturday 14 November 2026
🕰️ 10:30am-3pm
⛪ St Bede's Church, Basingstoke, Popley Way, RG24 9DX

Download a flyer athttps://portsmouthdiocese.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Charity-Mass-and-networking-event-2026.pdf

12/10/2026

Would you recognise someone trapped in modern slavery?

It is estimated that there are 122,000 people trapped in modern slavery in the UK. Why not take some time this Anti-Slavery Week to learn what the signs are and how to report a concern.

Anti-Slavery Week 12-18 October 2026.
For a copy of these resources get in touch at [email protected]

“Modern slavery – human trafficking, forced labor, prostitution, organ trafficking – is a crime against humanity.” Pope Francis.

10/10/2026

Prisoners’ Sunday (11th October) is the national Catholic day of prayer and action for prisoners and their families.
It is a moment to reflect on the lives of those affected by imprisonment — those in prison, their children and families, and all who struggle with the lasting impact of justice system involvement. It is an invitation to respond with compassion, prayer and practical support.

Let us also keep in our prayers the volunteers and staff of Pact - Prison Advice & Care Trust and the amazing role they play supporting families. Tap on the link to find out more.

06/10/2026

The Season of Creation may be over for this year but the action still continues at Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth

Join us at the next Southern Diocese Environmental Network meeting 6:30pm online for inspiration, learning and sharing. You can sign up at https://environmentsouth.org/

Ideal for parishioners, clergy, religious, activists, and members of organisations such as Laudato Si’ Animators and Diocesan staff and volunteers.

05/10/2026

World Homelessness day - 10 October.

With the colder months approaching it is a good moment to be thinking of how you and your parish could support people struggling with homelessness this winter.

Our new Homeless Resource Guide includes the inspiring case studies of parish project, Breakfast at St Ed's in Southampton and the Hope Into Action partnership in Reading, prayers and reflections and guidance on what you can do.

To download the pack at https://portsmouthdiocese.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Parish-Resource-Guide-Homelessness.pdf.

02/10/2026

For parishes in Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth the next deadline for the Mustard Seed Fund is 15 October 2026.

This fund helps support initial start up costs of parish social action projects. Contact Caritas or your parish office for more details.

To donate to the fund visit https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/donate?campaignPageId=27933 .

Address

Bishop Crispian Way
Portsmouth
PO13QA

Website

https://caritasportsmouth.org.uk/

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