February 17, 2024 — Saturday, after Ash Wednesday — I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked man, says the Lord, but rather in his conversion, that he may live — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke (Lk 5: 27-32)

To obtain the "cathinone" from khat, the leaves must be chewed and soaked in the mouth for 3 to 4 hours. If khat is not consumed for 3 days after cutting, its taste changes and it is no longer very effective. When a person is intoxicated by khat, he or she may be angry or upset for a long time and not know what to do. Catechesis on drug use, with P. Avellin Ravelonanosy.

February 16, 2024 — Friday, after Ash Wednesday — Seek good and not evil so that you may live, and the Lord will be with you — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 9: 14-15)

Khat is sold as a vegetable in many regions. Khat addiction affects all levels of the community. Ordinary people, the unemployed, cab drivers and passengers, managers, students, civil servants, children and women - they all eat it. A vendor can sell 9 to 10 packs a day. Catechesis on drug use, with P. Avellin Ravelonanosy.

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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