The Year of Faith
Along with the global Catholic community, CAFOD looks forward to celebrating, promoting and engaging in the Year of Faith.
The year begins on October 11 2012, the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council, and concludes on November 24 2013, the feast of Christ the King.
We share in Pope Benedict XVI's hope that, during this time, Catholics throughout the world will take the opportunity to appreciate the gift of faith, deepen their relationship with God and strengthen their commitment to sharing their faith with others.
We look forward to promoting in diverse ways the four Constitutions of the Vatican Council, as well as the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Over the year, we will be producing resources which are linked to the Year of Faith, for example, our Advent liturgy.
For more information on the Year of Faith, please visit the official Year of Faith website, the website for the Catholic Church in England and Wales, and find events in your diocese.
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Witnesses to the Light: A prayer for the Year of Faith
Witnesses to the Light: A prayer for the Year of Faith
During this Year of Faith we ask for God's help as we work to renew the Church and the world.
Feeding of the five thousand: icon reflection
This unique and beautiful icon helps us to reflect on the miracle of the feeding of the five thousand.
Explore our resources
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Pope for a day
As Pope Francis settles into his new role, this hour-long activity can help students consider some of the challenges the new Pope will face as he makes statements on behalf of the Church. KS3, KS4 and post-16.
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Corpus Christi liturgy for primary schools
A liturgy for Corpus Christi for primary schools. Suitable for KS1 and KS2.
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Pentecost liturgy for primary schools
A liturgy for Pentecost for primary schools. Suitable for KS1 and KS2.
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Annunciation liturgy for primary schools
A liturgy for the Annunciation for primary schools. Suitable for KS1 and KS2.
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Heart Unto Heart films
Short videos featuring UK Catholics putting their faith into action. Use to inspire KS3 and KS4 students during the Year of Faith.
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Stations of the Cross
Images and reflections to help KS3, KS4 and youth groups pray the Stations this Lent.
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Saints prayer cards
In this Year of Faith, we will be producing a series of prayer cards on different saints.
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Hungry for change and IF campaign
Inspire children in this Year of Faith to take action and join our call for a fair food system.
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Pentecost liturgy
Notes and PowerPoint reflection on Pentecost for KS3 and KS4 students.
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Focus on food resources
A folder and powerpoint of stories, facts and curriculum activities on the theme of food to use with primary school children. Explore links to Catholic Social Teaching, in this Year of Faith.
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Prayer for the Year of Faith (25 kB)
A prayer, written by CAFOD supporter Diana Sutherland, for the Year of Faith
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Year of Faith and Young People (3 MB)
A guide to CAFOD resources to use with Young People in the Year of Faith
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Gifts of the Spirit Activity (93 kB)
An auction style activity based around the Gifts of the Spirit.
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Camino Information booklet (4 MB)
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Food reflection cards (3 MB)
In this Year of Faith, use our food photo cards for classroom reflection activities and collective worship with KS2.
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Food in scripture and Catholic Social Teaching (239 kB)
Use these Bible verses on the theme of food as a stimulus for discussion or when planning prayer times or liturgy.
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Witnesses to the Light: A prayer for the Year of Faith (57 kB)
During this Year of Faith we ask for God's help as we work to renew the Church and the world.
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Advent service 2012 - Witnesses to the light (92 kB)
An Advent service for the Year of Faith.
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Faith in action: Catholic Social Teaching (2 MB)
To be used to support the Faith in Action lesson plans. Topics include biblical themes of justice and peace, as well as an overview of Catholic Social Teaching.
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Living water and CST (666 kB)
Quotations on a water theme from scripture and Catholic Social Teaching. Use as discussion starters or when planning liturgies.
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