The soul has three powers: intelligence, memory and the third is the will. Freedom resides in our souls. Freedom and will are important in human life. There are many chaotic homes and many young people who do not control themselves because of the lack of discernment of what "freedom" means. Humans lose their dignity because they seek freedom too much.

The vocation of God that is addressed to us at Easter time is what is said in Saint Mark: "... go into the world, preach the Gospel to every creature...". God's vocation is important to be a priest or a religious or to be a lay person in consecration, or to get married.

Books record customs, culture and etiquette. One of the oldest books is the "Vedas" which is a book used by Hindus, and almost from this book, the source of many sacred stories spoken in many different religions. The "Bible" is also classified as an ancient book. The "Bible" is the best selling book according to the survey. The Christian faith and books are closely related.

Sunday 16 April 2023 marked the Feast of the Mercy of God. The major basilicas of Rome: St John Lateran, St Peter's Vatican, St Mary Major, St Paul's Outside the Wall; these basilicas each have what is called a Holy Door, which opens in a special way when there is a Jubilee Year. These basilicas have an important role in offering the whole "indulgence"; called the altar of the Pope, he alone can celebrate Mass there.

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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