There are at least three stories that show Jacob's cunning and cleverness: firstly, he took Esau's birthright, secondly, he took his father's blessing, if you remember, he brought food to his father to receive his blessing, and finally. thirdly, he became very rich. The name "Jacob" means an intelligent man, a skilled worker... Catechesis on Jacob with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

July 9, 2024 — Tuesday, Fourteenth Week in Ordinary Time — I am the good shepherd, says the Lord; I know my sheep, and mine know me — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 9: 32-38)

 

The name JACOB means working with skill; JACOB is the embodiment of our lives. Patience and agility are good assets for us. Grace, ingenuity and patience simply come from God, the Creator of the world. There can be conflicts between children or even between twins, and this can become a great difference of opinion. Catechesis on Jacob with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

July 8, 2024 — Monday, Fourteenth Week in Ordinary Time — Our Savior Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life to light through the Gospel — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 9: 18-26)

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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