If this subject is taken into account, we can say that respect for the environment reflects the identity of every Christian. In other words: defining the conditions of life and the duties that must be fulfilled for the glory of God first and foremost, and then for peace for us humans. To be a Christian is not only to respect God, but also to respect his creations. Catechesis on Christian Commitments and the Environment, in collaboration with P. Tina Jeannot Ranaivozanany.

July 3, 2023 — Saint Thomas, Apostle — Feast — You believe in me, Thomas, because you have seen me, says the Lord; blessed are those who have not seen, but still believe — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John (Jn 20: 24-29)

Nature, the environment means: God's gift entrusted to man; God's work; God's glory, his beauty reflected; good for humanity; it is the duty and responsibility of human beings to care for and develop it; destined for salvation; help people in the liturgy, praise the Creator with one voice. Catechesis on the environment, in collaboration with P. Jean Louis Rakotomanantsoa.

July 2, 2023 — Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time — Year A — You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation; announce the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 10: 37-42)

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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