August 10, 2024 — Saint Lawrence, Deacon and martyr — Feast — Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness but will have the light of life, says the Lord — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John (Jn 12: 24-26)

The Psalm was a prayer in the Jewish temple; the starting point of its writings was the world around the temple. The Psalms did not end as prayers in the temple, but continued in the synagogues of each village. The Psalms played an important role in the Jewish religion, choosing not a place but a Temple or Synagogue... Catechesis on praying with the Psalms, in collaboration with Fr Flavien Andriamirijanirina.

August 9, 2024 — Friday, Eighteenth Week in Ordinary Time — Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness; for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 16: 24-28)

If you really pray with your heart," said Pope Francis, "you will be able to see the situation through God's eyes. Prayer is not about rejecting thoughts, it is not about solving problems. Prayer helps us and encourages us to take responsibility. The Psalms are prayers for everyone, in all things and at all times... Catechesis on prayer with the Psalms, in collaboration with Fr Flavien Andriamirijanirina.

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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