In the Old Testament, the word "Lord God of Abraham, Isaac and Israel" is used only three times, including the word "Israel". Advice when we practice the Holy Eucharist that we practice the method and sacrifice of Elijah 1 Kings 18, 20,-39. "Answer me, Lord, answer me". Elijah was a famous person in the way of prayer, against injustice. Prayer sends us out to serve those around us. Catechesis on the prayer of Elijah, in collaboration with Fr Ramamonjisoa Herizo Élie.
August 14, 2024 — Wednesday, Nineteenth Week in Ordinary Time — God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 18: 15-20)
When it came to faith, Elijah truly believed and dared to testify to his faith before those around him. The meaning of the name "The Lord is my God" already lends great power to his faith in God and is deeply wrapped up in the secret of his mission. Elijah showed his faith through fire; he asked God to send fire to burn the sacrifice. Catechesis on the prayer of Elijah, in collaboration with Fr Ramamonjisoa Herizo Elie.
19th Sunday of the Year - B: Faith in the Eucharist is necessary; I am the way, the truth and the life, says the Lord; no one comes to the Father but through me. Just like Elijah's experience of escaping the wrath of Jezahela, faith and trust in God are necessary, insofar as he received enough food to be able to cross the desert for 40 days and 40 nights; thanks to the strength that this food gave him, he climbed the mountain of God. The Jews doubted Jesus' words when he said: I am the living bread that came down from heaven. They said, "Is this not Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose parents we know? The Eucharist requires faith...
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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