When Jacob wrestled with God, he was the only one present; as Genesis tells us, that same night Jacob got up, took his two wives, his two maidservants and his 11 sons and went to Jacob's crossing... Prayer is a struggle and a victory for the patient believer. Catechesis on Jacob with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.
Jacob was forced to leave his homeland because of a long dispute between him and his brother, and to take a wife in his mother's homeland"; he succeeded in everything he did. He took Laban's daughter as his wife, even though he served her for 14 years, in order to have Laban's daughter as his wife, he was obliged to serve for seven years, plus another seven years. Jacob had it all: two wives and wealth... Catechesis on Jacob with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.
There are at least three stories that show Jacob's cunning and cleverness: firstly, he took Esau's birthright, secondly, he took his father's blessing, if you remember, he brought food to his father to receive his blessing, and finally. thirdly, he became very rich. The name "Jacob" means an intelligent man, a skilled worker... Catechesis on Jacob with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.
The name JACOB means working with skill; JACOB is the embodiment of our lives. Patience and agility are good assets for us. Grace, ingenuity and patience simply come from God, the Creator of the world. There can be conflicts between children or even between twins, and this can become a great difference of opinion. Catechesis on Jacob with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.
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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