Annual Appeal

The theme of our our next Annual Appeal, which is due to take place over the weekend of 29/30 August 2026, will be ‘Grateful Hearts – Serving Others‘. 

In support of last year’s Annual Appeal Canon John Deeny said, ‘As we continue our journey through this Jubilee Year, with its theme Pilgrims of Hope, we are invited to reflect on how we respond to the Cry of the Poor, with special attention to children, the most vulnerable, and their families.

Pope Leo XIV has emphasised that ‘Jesus is our hope‘, encouraging us to approach Him with trust, especially during hardships and suffering.  He can heal us and revive us.  The healing touch of Jesus extends to those in need, through tangible gestures of love and support.

The Catholic Children’s Society (Plymouth) is an effective means through which the grace of Jesus reaches out to children and their families.  Week after week, the Society responds to those in serious need of support.  While they make every effort not to turn anyone away, there is always unmet demand.

The Society has benefitted enormously from your compassionate and generous giving for which they are truly grateful.  The Annual Appeal is one important way in which we can continue to show solidarity and support for the work of the Society.

Together, let us answer Pope Leo XIV’s call: “Let us go to Jesus: He can heal us, He can revive us.  Jesus is our hope.”  By putting all children first, may we help extend that reviving grace of Jesus to those in need of it, and truly give hope to all.’

If you would like to support our 2026 annual appeal, please click below