18 May - Eric was King of Sweden from about 1156 until his death on May 18, 1160, when his reign was marked by the first legendary attempt to convert the pagan Finns. According to the "Vita Santi Erici" written by the Bishop of Västerås, Israel Erlandsson in the 14th century, he organised a crusade in Finland.

The things that a man has in righteousness he should never keep to himself, but should be seen to be in fellowship with others. That is, he should not only benefit from it, but also others. Catechesis on the common good and the economy, with Fr. Marcel Ranivomanalina.

Wednesday, 18th May, 2022 — Fifth week of Easter — Remain in me, as I remain in you, says the Lord; whoever remains in me will bear much fruit — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John 15, 1-8

Personal property is a form of human freedom. What the Christian faith has always denied is the right to something private, unconditional and inviolable. Private property is a tool to say that the world's wealth is made available to the public. Catechesis on the common good and the economy, with Fr. Marcel Ranivomanalina.

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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