The sacrament of the anointing of the sick is a sacrament intended to benefit the soul and body of the sick and to help them recover; it strengthens the sick with purity of soul, mind and will, and frees them from sin and the punishment of sin. It is the duty of the priest who administers the sacrament of the anointing of the sick to give the indulgence to the sick, especially those who are close to death. An indulgence is a pardon granted by the Church outside of confession, freeing us from the penalty of a limited sin, the result of a sin already forgiven. There are two types of indulgence: total and partial, i.e. liberation from sins and punishment for limited sin...

Everyone should analyze and study through a doctor or find an expert in education and not just rely on hearsay or advice from friends, because breath of life and health are precious. Rape is a mistake, but abortion is a second mistake, so everyone must take care of themselves. Catechesis on abortion', with P. Sedera Joseph Rakotoarisoa.

Fifth Sunday of Lent: God wants to make peace with us; if anyone wants to serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there will my servant be also. God's desire is for us Christians today: God wants to be our God. We need to examine ourselves and ask the question: is everything being done in accordance with God's call, am I accepting Christ's rule, is my relationship with God improving? Salvation is not just for Jews, but for all nations. Love and commitment can bring suffering and death, but those who love or are loved feel happy, that's what we are sown with, we die before we live...

March 17, 2024 — Fifth Sunday of Lent — Whoever serves me must follow me, says the Lord; and where I am, there also will my servant be — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John (Jn 12: 20-33)

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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