The spirit that divides and destroys communion must be eradicated. This requires behavior worthy of everyone to promote synodality: dialogue, attentive listening, mutual respect, self-discipline, humility. Exhortation of Mgr Jean Pascal Andriantsoavina, Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Antananarivo, on the behavior required of the Church for synodality.

All the baptized participate in the mission of Christ as priests, prophets and kings. However, everyone has their responsibility: on the one hand, the pastors, who are teachers and sanctifiers, and on the other hand, the people, who receive the teachings and apply them in their daily lives. This mission requires humility. Continuation of the program of Mgr Jean Pascal Andriantsoavina, Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Antananarivo, on the form of synodality.

Pope Francis urges the Church to walk together in the face of the terrifying reality of humanity, at the Synod of Bishops to be held in October 2023. Unity is the strength that allows us to face these problems. It encourages the Church to unite and participate, and to fulfill the mission that God has entrusted to us. In this program, Mgr Jean Pascal Andriantsoavina, Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Antananarivo, presents to us the identity of the Church and the form of synodality.

Virginity symbolizes the holiness of the Blessed Virgin Mary. "She was a virgin not only in body, but in spirit", affirmed Saint Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, Doctor of the Church. The teaching of the Church is based on the Hail Mary: "rejoice Mary, full of grace". the Blessed Virgin Mary is full of grace, that is, she is not affected by original sin, but everything in her is good. Program on Mariology, with Fr. Hervé Solofoarimanana.

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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