Not having autonomy from parents leads to dependency, i.e. they will not be used to taking responsibility and will often be in debt. We must try to develop livelihood activities, for those who want to start a family. Problems have to be faced because problems are meant to be solved, not to be run away from. We have to live up to the promise made to each other: "no matter what happens..." Catechesis on the work of daily life, with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

In general and in the logic of life, it is the father who works to support, care for and protect his family. Being a father requires preparation beforehand: both temporally and financially, i.e. having means of subsistence, having a private residence. Catechesis on the work of daily life, with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

What people consider as work in daily life is: eating, dressing, caring for the sick, duty in society and country... Money, which should be a tool, has become a goal, and the means of obtaining it are out of control, leading to: destruction of others, violence, swindling, theft and burglary.  Catechesis on the work of daily life, with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

Family members who are in good harmony can communicate with each other to make life perfect. Discussions are what improve cooperation, but punishment is also needed to correct if someone violates what has been agreed. Discussions and communication and listening skills motivate and persuade others to do good things. Catechesis on Discussions at Home, with Fr. Jean Luc Ratovonjanahary.

Diocese of Miarinarivo

Pope Francis has accepted the renunciation of the pastoral government of the Diocese of Miarinarivo, presented by H.E. Mgr Jean Claude Randrianarisoa. At the same time, the Supreme Pontiff has appointed H.E. Mgr Marie Fabien Raharilamboniaina, as Apostolic Admnistrator sede vacante et ad nutum Sanctae Sedis of the same Diocese.

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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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