February 15, 2024 — Thursday, after Ash Wednesday — Repent, says the Lord; the Kingdom of heaven is at hand — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke (Lk 9: 22-25)
There is still no law regulating the production, sale and consumption of khat in Madagascar. Khat is a means of subsistence, and there are many consumers as there are farmers and traders who use it as a job. Khat is grown mainly in the northern part of Madagascar, where it is humid and hot... Catechesis on drug use, with P. Avellin Ravelonanosy.
February 14, 2024 — Ash Wednesday — If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 6: 1-6, 16-18)
Khat is widely used in Madagascar, as a chewable drug. There are many types of drugs, to name but a few: cocaine, cannabis, extasi, heroin, rôrô... Khat is a plant containing "cathinone", which acts as a stimulant for the body, making users feel excited or alert, giving them strength and energy, and not making them sleepy... Catechesis on drug use, with P. Avellin Ravelonanosy.
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.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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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