The opening of the celebration is a welcome to all who come to Mass, and at the same time, it attracts the hearts and souls of the faithful to focus on the celebration, it can be interpreted as a gathering. In the opening song, the priest enters with all the ministers at the sacrifice, during which there is also a greeting and preparation for the intercession... Catechism on the Eucharist, with P. Justolat Rafaralahimboa.

The celebration of the Eucharist or Mass or Holy Sacrifice, as we know it, begins with the entrance or opening hymn and ends with the consecration hymn. It unfolds in two main periods, but its content is structured as one: first, the gathering or opening of the celebration and second, the celebration of the Sacrifice or liturgy of the Eucharist... Catechism on the Eucharist, with P. Justolat Rafaralahimboa.

The Eucharist is a sacrament. This Eucharist proclaims Christ and his covenant for us humans today. The Eucharist is the summit of all sacramental life because it unites all Christians to the service of Christ, "through him and with him and in him" we come to abide in him, so that we may honor the Father with the Holy Spirit... Catechism on the Eucharist, with P. Justolat Rafaralahimboa.

Jesus is a priest because he offered himself to the Father and offered his life as a sacrifice on the cross for us humans. The word "sacrifice" has many meanings, but in this catechism to share, it means that Jesus offered himself as a sacrifice for us humans, and calls us to offer ourselves like him as a proof of love... Catechism on the Eucharist, with P. Justolat Rafaralahimboa.

For a genuine and authentic transformation

“Let your love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good” (Romans 12:9). Message from the Episcopal Conference of Madagascar to the Catholic faithful, to the leaders and officials of the nation, to young Malagasy people without distinction, to all our compatriots, and to all people of good will.

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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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