Three great parables on prayer are conveyed by Luke: the first is ‘the dull friend’, who encourages us to make constant requests in prayer; the second ‘the widow’ prayed, believed and hoped always; the third ‘the Pharisee and the publican’ had humility... Catechesis on Prayer: the foundation of Jesus' relationship with his disciples, aridity and acedia with P. Raphaël Eugène Ralison.

Jesus taught us to pray when he prayed. As early as the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus emphasised repentance of the heart, in particular love of the enemy and prayer for persecutors. Jesus teaches us the courage of children, just as he prayed to God the Father... Catechesis on Prayer: the foundation of Jesus' relationship with his disciples, aridity and acedia with P. Raphaël Eugène Ralison.

Jesus always prays for you and for me, the proof of which is what is said in Lk 22:31-32: The Lord said “Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has tried to shake you like wheat, but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail, and when you repent, strengthen your brother”. To ask here means to pray... Catechesis on Prayer: the foundation of Jesus' relationship with his disciples, aridity and acedia with P. Raphaël Eugène Ralison.

Prayers for his friends appear often in Jesus' life; Jesus is a true Master and friend, and is willing to wait patiently for his disciples' repentance. The epistle to the Hebrews declares in breathtaking language how Jesus' prayer became a victory for salvation... Catechesis on Prayer: the foundation of Jesus' relationship with his disciples, aridity and acedia with P. Raphaël Eugène Ralison.

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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