Prayers for his friends appear often in Jesus' life; Jesus is a true Master and friend, and is willing to wait patiently for his disciples' repentance. The epistle to the Hebrews declares in breathtaking language how Jesus' prayer became a victory for salvation... Catechesis on Prayer: the foundation of Jesus' relationship with his disciples, aridity and acedia with P. Raphaël Eugène Ralison.
The second prayer performed by St. John (John 11:41-42) was before the raising of Lazarus; before the thanksgiving scene: “I thank you, Father, because you have listened to me”, meaning that the Father always listens to his requests. Jesus then added: As for me, I know that you always listen to me... Catechesis on Prayer: the foundation of Jesus' relationship with his disciples, aridity and acedia with P. Raphaël Eugène Ralison.
Prayer: a conversation between Jesus and his Father - a conversation between the Father and the Son who love each other very much. The Son of God learned to pray according to his human heart. He learned the basics of religion from his mother, the Virgin. Jesus prayed before the important moments that marked his mission, before the Father showed him in Baptism... Catechesis on Prayer: the foundation of Jesus' relationship with his disciples, aridity and acedia with P. Raphaël Eugène Ralison.
Jesus and the saints who followed him are models for us in prayer. They always prayed diligently for good deeds and were respectful to others. ‘Do not be afraid!’ when praying. Good Friday must end and open on Easter Sunday, proof of the victory over all evil, so we need patience in prayer... Catechesis on distraction, aridity and acedia with P. Rabenirina Joseph.
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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