The priestly trainees are trained for three years, studying philosophy at the major seminary, where they study the mental system of people according to the times. After that, the trainee is called to begin pastoral ministry, for two years, carrying out the “regency”. Catechesis on the priestly vocation “training”, with Father Abdon Rafidison.

The preparation of the 16th General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops comprises three main phases: the consultation of the People of God in the particular Churches in order to have a synthesis for the Episcopal Conference, the consultation of the Bishops at the continental level, as well as the Synod of bishops in Rome. Explanation by Miss Miora Rakotonirainy, National Coordination Team of the Synod.

A young man who wants to be trained as a priest must be a healthy and strong man. Age and knowledge are also part of the requirements. One year after the baccalaureate, he progresses and follows training, at the propaedeutic seminary. Catechesis on the priestly vocation “training”, with Fr. Abdon Rafidison.

Not only are diocesan priests called priests in Madagascar, but there are many congregations that train priests. There are differences between religious priests and diocesan priests; for example, a religious leads a life of his own according to the constitution of his congregation, having a spirituality of his own. Catechesis on the priestly vocation “training”, with Father Abdon Rafidison.

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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