Now, it is time for young people to say “yes” to building their future, the Pope said: “Mary was as young as you when she said“ yes ”to the will of God. It means initiative, a willingness to take up challenges. Catechesis on “yes, to the courage to build the future, with Fr. Ratovonjanahary Jean Luc.

For us Christians, the “yes” means submission to the will of God, and Mary's “yes” first comes to mind (cf. Lk 1,38). This confession of the Blessed Virgin Mary is the culmination because it is the beginning of the redemptive work of Jesus Christ on earth. Catechesis on “yes, to the courage to build the future, with Fr. Ratovonjanahary Jean Luc.

One of the weaknesses with which we must help young people is doubt, even fear, in building their future. Pope Francis reiterated this encouragement to the young people of Madagascar during his meeting with the young people, whose theme was: to do “yes, with the courage to build the future”. Catechesis on “yes, to the courage to build the future, with Fr. Ratovonjanahary Jean Luc.

Having a personality is a necessary quality for personal development. The courage to stand up for yourself can build confidence, hope, and faith so that we are not easily swayed by despair. Youth is a time of building and preparation, so we should not waste our time and work alone, but with Christ. Catechesis on personality, with Fr. Rakotonarivo Fidy Isidore.

Message from the Bishops at the end of the Pilgrimage

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?’....

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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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