Standing in solidarity with persecuted Christians around the world
#RedWednesday – 18 November 2026
Standing in solidarity with persecuted Christians around the world
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) invites parishes, schools and communities to mark Red Wednesday on 18 November, standing in solidarity with the millions of Christians around the world who face persecution, discrimination and oppression because of their faith.
Aid to the Church in Need is an international Catholic charity which supports Christians who are persecuted, oppressed or in pastoral need. Through prayer, information and practical action, ACN helps sustain the life of the Church in some of the most challenging parts of the world. Its work includes supporting priests and seminarians, providing Bibles and catechetical resources, helping communities rebuild churches, and offering emergency and humanitarian assistance to Christians affected by conflict, displacement and persecution. Each year, ACN supports thousands of projects around the world, helping local Christian communities to continue living and sharing their faith.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of #RedWednesday, with a particular focus on persecuted Christian children and families. ACN is aiming to raise £1 million through its £1Million4Hope campaign, with every donation doubled through a matched giving challenge.
How can your parish get involved?
Parishes are encouraged to make a visible sign of solidarity by:
- Wearing red at Mass or during the day.
- Including prayers for persecuted Christians in the bidding prayers.
- Illuminating the church in red or displaying a red light as a sign of witness.
- Organising a parish collection, coffee morning or fundraising activity to support ACN's work.
Above all, take time to pray for our brothers and sisters who cannot practise their faith freely, remembering that they are part of our worldwide family in Christ.
Find out more, download parish prayer and fundraising resources, and discover how to take part: acnuk.org/redwednesday.
From St George's Cathedral on RedWednesday 2025 © Mazur/cbcew.org.uk
