Israel, the chosen people, takes pride in the fact that God is not far away, but plays an important role in their lives, as shown by DT 4:7: "For what great nation will have God near to it, as we are near to the Lord? our God whenever we call upon him? Salvation history began with Abraham, the Father of the faithful. Catechesis on the Church, the family and politics, in collaboration with P. Abdon Rafidison.
November 9, 2023 — The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome — Feast — I have chosen and consecrated this house, says the Lord, that my name may be there forever — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John (Jn 2: 13-22)
Christians are both citizens of earth and citizens of heaven, which is why the Council strongly encourages their temporal duties, guided by the meaning of the Gospel. Those who think they can neglect their temporal duties, because they have no permanent residence on earth, but are walking towards the life to come, are mistaken; they fail to realize that faith itself imposes obligations. Catechesis on the Church, the family and politics, in collaboration with P. Abdon Rafidison.
November 8, 2023 — Wednesday, Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time — If you are insulted for the name of Christ, blessed are you, for the Spirit of God rests upon you — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke (Lk 14: 25-33)
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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