Jesus the Priest teaches us to pray constantly and his disciples have accepted and encourage us to pray constantly. We cannot call ourselves Christians if we do not pray, and our life of faith is fragile if we do not pray. This prayer is one of the first tasks we are asked to do as Christians, to show our faith... Catechesis on The prayer of Jesus, the prayer of the priest with P. Justolat Rafaralahimboa.

There are many teachings that theologically define this priesthood, and it's good to know. Their shepherds and rulers in God's name are the bishops, and they are the priests and offerers of holy sacrifices for this sacred business in their charge. They are shepherds according to religious teachings... Catechesis on The prayer of Jesus, the prayer of the priest with P. Justolat Rafaralahimboa.

The Christian is a sovereign priesthood, and Christ is the cupbearer, priest of God the Father. Those who have been baptized are sanctified as temples of the Holy Spirit and holy priests to offer sacrifices and declare the authority of him who sent them out of darkness into light. All followers of Christ are witnesses to Christ in the world... Catechesis on The prayer of Jesus, the prayer of the priest with P. Justolat Rafaralahimboa.

It is important to emphasise that the New Testament does not speak of the priests we know today as Christians, but only of priests according to the Jewish way; Jesus Christ is both one of the Priests according to the Jewish way and according to the Christian way. In the beginning, Christians were still involved in the ‘cult’ of Judaism... Catechesis on The prayer of Jesus, the prayer of the priest with P. Justolat Rafaralahimboa.

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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