Idleness is an evil character that demons put in us and manifests itself in indolence and laziness so that we cannot advance with the good and holy life according to God's will. When a person does nothing, evil thoughts, evil deeds and evil habits slowly creep in. Catechesis on Idleness, with Fr. Ratinarivony Laurent.

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 — Sixth Week in Ordinary Time — Odd Year — May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes of our hearts, that we may know what is the hope that belongs to his call — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Mark (Mk 8: 22-26)

As the saying goes: "If you can make a dugout out of a tree, it's because of the land it's on, and the forest where it grew". Children must learn to work from a young age. It is true that having faith is one of the means of salvation, so it is possible that works are worthless. But the word of God tells us that faith without works is dead. Catechesis on Idleness, with Fr. Ratinarivony Laurent.

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 — Sixth Week in Ordinary Time — Odd Year — Whoever loves me will keep my word, says the Lord; and my Father will love him and we will come to him — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Mark (Mk 8: 14-21)

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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