June 25, 2024 — Tuesday, Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time — I am the light of the world, says the Lord; whoever follows me will have the light of life — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 7: 6, 12-14)

June 24, 2024 — Nativity of Saint John the Baptist — Solemnity — You, child, will be called prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke (Lk 1: 57-66, 80)

We are in the middle of Malagasy Language Month in June. In the past, Mass was celebrated in Greek, and when the Church developed, it was celebrated in Latin. At the Second Vatican Council, it was decided that the Holy Sacrifice would be celebrated in the native language, and this was the only way to use the Malagasy language for celebration in Madagascar. Eucharist is used to describe the Holy Sacrifice, communion, the Lord's Supper given to the sick... Programme "Instant avec un prêtre" on Radio Don Bosco, every Wednesday evening.

Jesus' prayer is a sign of the relationship and deep understanding between him and God the Father; therefore, those who love constant prayer are in full communion with Jesus and God the Father. Hidden in the mystery of creation for us humans is the cost of suffering and affliction; the taking of Adam's rib to repair Eve had a hidden wound. Catechesis on the mystery of creation, with P.Wagner Randriamampandry.

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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