January 1, 2025 — Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God — Solemnity — In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets; in these last days, he has spoken to us through the Son — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke (Lk 2: 16-21)
It's frightening to see how people shut themselves off, perhaps it's because of the inner suffering that binds them together. Inner suffering can keep you locked up inside, and you don't feel like talking to others. It's always necessary to talk, to bring out what's in your heart, not to keep it as a burden. Sacred Scripture teaches us to pray verbally, boldly... Catechesis on ‘Vocal prayer’, in collaboration with P. Rasolofoniaina Olivier - S.J.
December 29, 2024 — The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph — Feast — Open our hearts, O Lord, to listen to the words of your Son — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke (Lk 2: 41-52)
Sunday after the birth of the Lord - feast of the holy family: a loving family, paradise on earth; may the peace of Christ reign in your hearts; and the word of Christ will dwell in you in abundance. Children are a gift from God, bringing joy and happiness to the couple. Being a child is a gift from God. Parents must remember that they do not own their children, but that it is their duty to make God's vocation known in their children. he Church values the relationship between children and parents and encourages everyone to show respect, love...
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, You who have come in such large numbers to take part in this national pilgrimage, as well as all of you who are following it from home through the media. We, the bishops of Madagascar, would like to express our deep gratitude to you for having responded to our invitation and for having brought this jubilee initiated by Pope Francis to life spiritually. With you, we take up Mary's song: ‘My soul exalts the Lord’ and we repeat with her: ‘What shall I repay the Lord for all the good he has done me?’....
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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