Sunday, February 26, 2023 — First Sunday of Lent — Year A — One does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes forth from the mouth of God — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew (Mt 4: 1-11)
Bilharzia" is a disease acquired by a parasite, entering the pores, when a person is immersed in water, which may contain snails. There are three types of "bilharzia" depending on which parasite enters a person through the skin: those that infect the intestines, those that attack the bladder and those that infect the intestines and brain. From 24 hours to 18 weeks after being immersed in water without washing feet or taking a bath, the person may experience itching and swelling, fever, arthritis... Bilharzia" can stay with a person for 15 to 20 years. To prevent this disease, everyone should follow good hygiene...
It is suspected that the Rift Valley Fever (RVF) epidemic that occurred in these regions in 2021 will return to the Vatovavy and Fitovinany Region. RVF is a disease of cattle, sheep and goats, which can be transmitted to humans through mosquito bites and the handling of infected animals. The disease first appeared in Vatovavy and Fitovinany last January, and 20 cows died in Mananjary and Nosy-Varika...
The human being is not only "body" but also "soul". I am not only a human being with biological needs, but I am also a spiritual being with spiritual needs. The scientific knowledge I have of myself does not tell everything about me. My wholeness is that I am a well-balanced creature. I exist and live because I have a body, a mind, emotions, social needs and a spiritual relationship with God...
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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