Fundraising increases awareness amongst groups, individuals and faith communities about the causes that impact on those we work with.

We build relationships and trust with our fundraisers and provide opportunities for people to give and get involved, making a difference to the children, families and other adults supported by Caritas Shrewsbury.

Funds enable us to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of our service users and others who are vulnerable or isolated. Our dedicated fundraisers make a meaningful contribution that creates a better community for all.

Caritas is able to:

• Organise Fundraising Events and encourage others to organise those on our behalf.
• Give talks and presentations to schools, colleges, parishes and groups to raise awareness about the work of Caritas.
• Support donations via on-line giving, regular contributions and legacies.

 

The Dimensions of Love

Walking for Families. Praying for Vocations. Giving Thanks Together.

From 3–11 September 2026, Fr Tom Cunnah will undertake a remarkable nine-day pilgrimage across the Diocese of Shrewsbury, walking approximately 130 miles in thanksgiving for ten years of priestly ministry.

Inspired by the words of St Paul in Ephesians 3, The Dimensions of Love will take Fr Tom across the breadth, length, height and depth of our Diocese — a journey of thanksgiving, prayer and hope.

Along the way, Fr Tom will pray particularly for vocations, giving thanks for his own calling to the priesthood and inviting others to consider how God may be calling them to love and serve.

The pilgrimage will also raise awareness and funds for the work of Caritas Diocese of Shrewsbury, helping us continue to walk alongside children and families across our communities with practical support, compassion and hope.

 

Journey with Fr Tom in prayer

You don’t need walking boots to join the pilgrimage! 🥾

We’ve created a special Dimensions of Love Pilgrim’s Novena, offering a way for people throughout the Diocese and beyond to accompany Fr Tom during each of the nine days.

Beginning on 3 September, each day explores a different dimension of the journey:

Breadth • Length • Height • Depth • Walking Together • Serving Others • Answering God’s Call • Thanksgiving • Sent Forth

Each includes a short Scripture passage, reflection, intention, prayer and simple action.

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Scripture references within the Novena have been selected using the CTS New Catholic Bible. Wording and Psalm numbering may therefore vary slightly between different Catholic Bible and liturgical editions.

 

Follow the journey

We’ll be following Fr Tom throughout the nine days, sharing photographs, reflections and moments from the road as he makes his way towards the final destination at Shining Tor on 11 September.

Please join us: pray with Fr Tom, follow his journey, share his story and, if you are able, support the work of Caritas.

Walking for Families.
Praying for Vocations.
Giving Thanks Together.