Sunday, February 2, 2025: solemn celebration of the presentation of the Lord Jesus. Sanctification of candles: He is a light for the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel. This time of celebration of the presentation of the Lord Jesus marks the moment when Jesus publicly obeyed the law and met the people who were waiting for him; it is also the end of the day of hygiene, according to the law of Moses, after which those who have received grace will offer gifts to the Lord. It's in the Church that we see Christ and welcome him. The Feast of the Holy Lights reveals the light that symbolizes Christ, the light...

The memory of Saint Ella is celebrated on February 1st. Ella, whose maiden name is Fitzpatrick, is the wife of William Longespée, himself the brother of the Prince of England Richard the Lionheart. William, Ella's husband, was not a model of virtue: he was unfaithful and adulterous.

The truly faithful do not extinguish prayer, but make prayer all the time like a lighted lamp in their hands, reminding us of the wise virgins and reminding us that the lighted candle was given to us on the day of our baptism. Get used to always turning to God, whether it's easy or difficult, because that's true religion... Catechesis on Distraction, aridity and acedia with P. Rabenirina Joseph.

Beekeeping plays a key role in the rural economy. According to 2012 statistics, Madagascar has 10,300 beekeepers and around 100,000 hives. Production for export fluctuates widely in Madagascar.

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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