December 3, 2024 — Tuesday, First Week of Advent— Behold, our Lord shall come with power; he will enlighten the eyes of his servants — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke (Lk 10: 21-24)

We are pilgrims, we must rely on God, the God who is the owner of heaven and earth. Our love for Mary, the mother of God, and for Jesus, the true God, cannot be separated. If we say we love Jesus, we must also love Mother Mary. There are many ways of respecting and praying to Mary, but Jesus is the bridge that connects us to the Father... Catechesis on ‘Praying together with the Blessed Virgin Mary’, in collaboration with P. Celestin Ravonjiarimalala.

December 2, 2024 — Monday, First Week of Advent— Come and save us, Lord our God; let your face shine upon us, that we may be saved — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew 8: 5-11

The level of education in Madagascar is inadequate, particularly in the humanities. Programmes need to be improved to help children and young people prepare for future careers such as agriculture, architecture, business... Particular emphasis should be placed on ‘Civics’ and ‘Humanities’ courses... Instant with a priest’, on Radio Don Bosco, every Wednesday evening.

The Spirit of truth will guide you into all truth

At the end of its second General Assembly, held from 15 to 18 October 2024, the Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace sent a message to government officials at all levels, as well as to all Malagasy and all people of goodwill.

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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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