Please sign a petition asking the Brazilian government and its Supreme Court to uphold the constitution, which promises land rights for the indigenous people of the Amazon

Livesimply

A challenge to schoolchildren to consider how they can make choices that will enable each of us to live simply, sustainably and in solidarity with the poor

God calls us to share so everyone has what they need - a message which especially resonates with children


Resources to order

livesimply photopack

A photo, story, reflection and action of every month of the year. Perfect for adding a global dimension to RE, PSHE and citizenship topics throughout the year and an essential addition to your assembly toolkit
Free

livesimply picnic

Focusing on the theme of sharing, the livesimply picnic is a wonderful opportunity for the whole school community to gather together in solidarity. Includes recipes, activities, stories and children’s liturgy
Free

How to order free resources Rss Feed

Call 0207 095 5572 or email resources@cafod.org.uk
Please always state the title exactly as it appears online, and allow 14 days for delivery
(note: we do not supply orders to overseas addresses)

Resources to download Rss Feed

The Eighth Day - children's sketch (720.46 kB)

The earth is God’s gift to all of us, so living sustainably helps us to share responsibility for God’s creation. But we don’t always treat the Earth with the respect it deserves, as we can see with this sketch

Reach Out to the World: Lyrics (23.00 kB)

Containing the lyrics for the specially-penned livesimply song.
Music by Bridget Ovey, arrangement by Ashley Thompson, lyrics by CAFOD

Reach Out to the World: Vocal score (72.25 kB)

Containing the vocal score for the specially-penned livesimply song.
Music by Bridget Ovey, arrangement by Ashley Thompson, lyrics by CAFOD

mp3 file

Reach Out to the World: Tune only (3.47 MB)

Containing the tune for the specially-penned livesimply song.
Music by Bridget Ovey, arrangement by Ashley Thompson, lyrics by CAFOD

mp3 file

Reach Out to the World: Harmonies (3.44 MB)

Containing harmonies for the specially-penned livesimply song.
Music by Bridget Ovey, arrangement by Ashley Thompson, lyrics by CAFOD

mp3 file

Reach Out to the World: Vocal track (3.47 MB)

Containing track with vocals, for the specially-penned livesimply song.
Music by Bridget Ovey, arrangement by Ashley Thompson, lyrics by CAFOD

mp3 file

Reach Out to the World: Backing track (3.47 MB)

Containing the backing track for the specially-penned livesimply song.
Music by Bridget Ovey, arrangement by Ashley Thompson, lyrics by CAFOD

PDF file

Livesimply picnic liturgy (412.53 kB)

Children's picnic liturgy; By sharing our gifts we can achieve more than acting alone

PDF file

Livesimply picnic grace (231.77 kB)

Use this worksheet to write a grace for your livesimply picnic.

PDF file

Promise placemat (332.13 kB)

Use this placemat template to create your own promise placemat to use at your livesimply picnic.

zip file

Loaves and fishes photopack (928.71 kB)

Pack of images to help you plan a livesimply picnic for your class. This is a ZIP file so please ensure you have WinZIP software to use it.

The copyright for these pictures is owned by the photographers named. Contact webfeedback@cafod.org.uk if you have any queries

zip file

Live Simply photopack (852.07 kB)

Pack of images to help your class engage with the issues involved in the livesimply challenge. This is a ZIP file so please ensure you have WinZIP software to use it.

The copyright for these pictures is owned by the photographers named. Contact webfeedback@cafod.org.uk if you have any queries.

take action Rss Feed
Gabriel Murwa and his wife with their last remaining cow from a herd of 100. The others have all died. [Richard Wainwright]

New climate action - email your MP today

MPs are examining the Climate Change Bill now before Parliament finally votes on it.
Please take the new action to call for a stronger Bill

The CAFOD-funded National Federation of Fishworkers organises fishermen to defend their rights [Nithila Mariampillai/HUDEC]

Direct Debit

Could you live on 99% of your income? What could the other 1% do for people living in extreme poverty?

Give regularly. Transform lives.

Indigenous people's rights are being undermined and ignored by the rich and powerful [CAFOD]

Help in the fight to save Brazilian heritage

Please sign a petition asking the Brazilian government and its Supreme Court to uphold the constitution, which promises land rights for the indigenous people of the Amazon. We need at least another 800 signatures before July 28 so, even if you have already taken it, please email your friends about it too!

Published on 08/04/2008, last updated on 18/04/2008
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