Since the Council of Vienna, France (1311-1312), Pope Clement V, abolished the so-called "Order" of the Knights Templar, a type of monks and warriors, defending the Holy Land and opposing the enemies of the faith (this was approved by the pope on 29 March 1139). This Council also condemned the error of the Beguards regarding their teaching on spiritual perfection. It was clearly stated that the soul of man is one of the things that are constituted and completely united to it (this was done in opposition to John Olivi's Peter).

It is important for the Church to deal with the Council of Rome, Lateran III (1179) which debated the right of some Church officials to receive compensation when distributing the sacraments, that is why the law was enacted against "simony". Condemnation of the Qataris and prohibition of negotiations with them. The Council of Rome, Lateran IV (1215) clearly defined the Holy Trinity, the creation, Christ the Redeemer and the Sacraments. The heresy of the Alibigez and the Validez was also condemned, as well as the false teachings of Joachim de Flore, concerning the Holy Trinity. The Council of Lyon I (1245) condemned Frederick II.

It should be noted here that from the twelfth century, the conflict between the Church of the West and the East intensified, so that the main problem was the strength of politicians, both of whom used their power and strength. Thus, the Church was forced to leave and gradually separate under the control of Kings and Emperors, and tried to be independent, while taking many measures to condemn all those who follow false teachings, whatever they are.

The Council of Constantinople IV (869-870) condemned Fazio for his heresy, confirming the use of images in worship. More emphasis has been placed on the fact that the Bishop of Rome is the common Father, that is to say the Holy Father. The Lateran Council I (1123) in Rome claimed the right of the Church to elect, appoint and consecrate bishops, in the face of the demotion of (lay) kings. The simony and unfaithful marriages practiced by some administrators were also condemned as heresy.

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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