In Madagascar, since March 11, 1913, under Albert Picquié, relations between the colonial government and the missionaries have been relaxed. The residences of the missionaries became centers for development. The bishops urged patriotism during the Eucharistic Congress from January 18 to 28, 1934.
Saint Joseph has total confidence in the saving power of God. He is the example of the obedience of faith and of love for each member of the Church, by his "yes" to the will of God communicated to him by the angel. It helps us understand the role of a responsible father.
The liturgy is a prayer and the way Christians celebrate together. In order to harmonize liturgical celebrations, the Church has founded a liturgical commission made up of delegates of the living forces in the parish.
The Episcopal Conference of Madagascar urges the people to promote mutual listening and solidarity in their message after the plenary assembly which was held in Ambatoroka, November 3 to 12, 2021. Here is the full message, read by Bishop Gabriel Randrianantenaina , Bishop of Tsiroanomandidy, Secretary General of the Episcopal Conference of Madagascar.
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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