CAFOD stands for the Catholic Agency For Overseas Development. We are an international development charity and the official aid agency of the Catholic Church in England and Wales.
We stand beside people living in poverty – whatever their religion or culture. Through local Church partners, we help people directly in their own communities, and campaign for global justice, so that everyone can reach their full potential.
How to get involved with CAFOD
None of our work is possible without you. Whether you donate, campaign, download prayers or volunteer we are grateful for your support.
Your local CAFOD representative in North Wales is Colette Byrne. Colette joined CAFOD in 2015 and has been enjoying her varied role ever since. Colette works part time in Wrexham Diocese and part time in Liverpool Archdiocese.
She says, “I’m loving working for CAFOD, I love the mix of people that I work with, as well as their shared passion for global justice. I live in Liverpool and I love the city, but I really get the best of both worlds when I get to come to Wrexham Diocese too, the beautiful countryside and gorgeous sea views really remind me that I am close to God working here. I am truly blessed!’
‘I’ve been slowly making my way around the Diocese to get to know parish priests and parishioners. If you’re keen to support CAFOD in your area, either in your parish or as an individual, then I’d really love to hear from you! Please do get in touch with me!”
Colette Byrne
Community Participation Coordinator, CAFOD North Wales
We stand beside people living in poverty – whatever their religion or culture. Through local Church partners, we help people directly in their own communities, and campaign for global justice, so that everyone can reach their full potential.
How to get involved with CAFOD
None of our work is possible without you. Whether you donate, campaign, download prayers or volunteer we are grateful for your support.
Your local CAFOD representative in North Wales is Colette Byrne. Colette joined CAFOD in 2015 and has been enjoying her varied role ever since. Colette works part time in Wrexham Diocese and part time in Liverpool Archdiocese.
She says, “I’m loving working for CAFOD, I love the mix of people that I work with, as well as their shared passion for global justice. I live in Liverpool and I love the city, but I really get the best of both worlds when I get to come to Wrexham Diocese too, the beautiful countryside and gorgeous sea views really remind me that I am close to God working here. I am truly blessed!’
‘I’ve been slowly making my way around the Diocese to get to know parish priests and parishioners. If you’re keen to support CAFOD in your area, either in your parish or as an individual, then I’d really love to hear from you! Please do get in touch with me!”
Colette Byrne
Community Participation Coordinator, CAFOD North Wales
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Discovering the Liverpool Arms pub in Beaumaris!
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Colette outside Westminster in November 2015 for the One Climate One World march.
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Mobile: 07779 804 242 Email: cbyrne@cafod.org.uk
Telephone: 01978 355 084 (Please note I am only in the North Wales office on Monday and Tuesday each week)
URL: cafodnorthwales.wordpress.com
Address:
37 Kingsmills Road, Wrexham LL13 8NH
Telephone: 01978 355 084 (Please note I am only in the North Wales office on Monday and Tuesday each week)
URL: cafodnorthwales.wordpress.com
Address:
37 Kingsmills Road, Wrexham LL13 8NH
Forthcoming events:
CAFOD to Lobby MP's on Climate Change
CAFOD campaigners, Elizabeth and Michael showed their love for the environment by sharing green heart cakes with their local MP, Ian Lucas and talking about climate change. Ian Lucas is already a Zero Hero as he has signed a cross party letter to the prime minister, urging her to commit to a net zero emissions target by 2050. We talked about pushing other environmental issues through parliament and how more voices can make a difference. One particularly interesting point made was that Ian said he does not receive many requests about climate change from his constituents. This means that its vital that the Catholic Community put their faith in to action! Can you be a CAFOD campaigner? Its an exciting year for campaigning but a worrying time for our climate so its crucial we make these issues heard. On Wednesday 26th June, we plan to go to parliament and in one big combined effort, we plan to lobby our MPs on climate change. Full information and training will be provided. We need CAFOD campaigners from across Wrexham Diocese. Please sign up to campaign now! Contact Colette for details! cbyrne@cafod.org.uk / 07779 804 242 Campaigning works!
Share the Journey: take action on the refugee crisis
Take action on the refugee crisis and show your support for people forced to flee their homes. Sign our petition asking the Prime Minister to ensure that the UK takes a lead during UN refugee negotiations.
Take action on the refugee crisis and show your support for people forced to flee their homes. Sign our petition asking the Prime Minister to ensure that the UK takes a lead during UN refugee negotiations.
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Click HERE for further information and to be directed to the CAFOD 'Share the Journey' page.
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