Monday, January 30, 2023 — Fourth Week in Ordinary Time — Odd Year — A great prophet has arisen in our midst and God has visited his people — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Mark (Mk 5: 1-20)

The Council of Constantinople IV (869-870) condemned Fazio for his heresy, confirming the use of images in worship. More emphasis has been placed on the fact that the Bishop of Rome is the common Father, that is to say the Holy Father. The Lateran Council I (1123) in Rome claimed the right of the Church to elect, appoint and consecrate bishops, in the face of the demotion of (lay) kings. The simony and unfaithful marriages practiced by some administrators were also condemned as heresy.

Every family: father, mother, children, all have their own role to play in the Church, which is manifested by joining Christian movements or different work commissions or by helping the priests. It is not enough to give money because you are needed directly. The development of the Church is the duty of the baptized. Catechesis on the work of the Church, with Fr. Rakotoarimanana Nomenjanahary Jean Joachim.

Sunday, January 29, 2023 — Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time — Year A — Rejoice and be glad; your reward will be great in heaven — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 5: 1-12a)

The Spirit of truth will guide you into all truth

At the end of its second General Assembly, held from 15 to 18 October 2024, the Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace sent a message to government officials at all levels, as well as to all Malagasy and all people of goodwill.

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Love and Salvation

Christmas is a great joy, because it is the love of God that has come to us, proclaims Fr. Bizimana Innocent, Provincial Superior of the Salesians Don Bosco of Madagascar and Mauritius, presenting his Christmas greetings. Salvation is accomplished, so life is not in danger of disappearing. It is this love and this salvation that we wish to fill our life so that we have peace.

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Zatti, our brother

The short film "Zatti, our brother" (Argentina, 2020) focuses on one of the most difficult episodes of his life. We are in Viedma, in 1941: at the age of 60, Zatti is forced to leave the hospital he has attended for decades. His faith and strength are tested.

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