December 17, 2023 — Third Sunday of Advent — The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring glad tidings to the poor — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John (Jn 1: 6-8, 19-28)
Capacity: MÛSÄR in Hebrew. It has two meanings: the first is to punish or correct. To correct, reprimand or punish is something the boss does to his subjects, parents to their children, teachers to their pupils; the second teaches, educates and counsels, it's education. Catechesis on the Church, the family and development, in collaboration with P. Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.
December 16, 2023 — Saturday, Second Week of Advent — Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths: All flesh shall see the salvation of God — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 17: 9a, 10-13)
It is the duty of educators to develop children and young people so that they acquire knowledge and skills, are able to behave decently and politely, and are capable of living. A wise man who knows how to live. Parents themselves need education first of all, because wisdom comes from observing facts and experiences, and this is what lasts and stays with children. Catechesis on the Church, the family and development, in collaboration with P. Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.
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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