04 May - Sylvain, revered as bishop of Gaza in the fourth century, was probably a Roman soldier converted to Christianity. After serving in the army, he became a priest and then was elected bishop of Gaza where he converted many polytheists.
03 May - Originally from Galilee, Philip is from Bethsaida, on the shores of Lake Tiberias, like Peter and Andrew. Several characters are called James in the New Testament, but here it is James the son of Alphaeus, who also belongs to the Twelve, nicknamed James the Minor in Roman tradition.
Vermicompost has been used in Madagascar for many years. It is used as a fertiliser for organic agricultural production. Among those using this fertiliser is the ‘Lanja Miakatra’ association. The association's founder Ranaivoarison Basile, Papa Bio, shared his knowledge and experience on the subject.
02 May - Athanasius was born at Damanhour, near Alexandria, Egypt, in 298. He came from a pagan family and was attracted to Christianity because of the good manners of the Christians with whom he lived. He was baptized by Pope Alexander, who ordained him a deacon and took him as a disciple.
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.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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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