Sunday, 18th December 2022 — Fourth Sunday of Advent — Year A — The virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew 1: 18-24

God used to speak through the mouths of his messengers, but later through his only Son. The Word of God is not easy to live: the Word of God is living and powerful, so it is sharper than a double-edged sword, it makes the difference between life and spirit. Jesus is the only Word of God that we follow and live, and reigns on earth. Catechesis on the Word of God, with Fr Ralison Raphaël Eugène.

Saturday, 17th December 2022 — Advent Weekday — O Wisdom of our God Most High, guiding creation with power and love: come to teach us the path of knowledge — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew 1: 1-17

December 16 - Adelaide of Burgundy, sometimes called Alice, was born in Orbe (Urba) around the year 931. Daughter of King Rudolph II of Burgundy and Berthe of Swabia, she was married at a very young age to the Italian king Lothaire.

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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