The Sabbath is supposed to be charitable and to be with the poor; in the Old Testament, people worked for 6 years, but one year to rest, to care for the poor, that is, the seventh year. Human beings are bound by the necessity of work, so rest helps them to hope for a more fulfilling freedom: the hope of the Sabbath in eternity. Catechesis on work, in collaboration with P. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

It is better to have little in the fear of the Lord than to have much wealth in injustice. Rest is necessary in order to remember God's work in creating the world.  Catechesis on work, in collaboration with P. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

Work will be valued as a source of income to overcome poverty. Work is done in the fear of God in order to obtain results and to benefit oneself, the family and the community. We work to live the life God has given us. In the area of work, the Church condemns corruption. Catechesis on work, in collaboration with P. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

Jesus condemns the laziness that does not use the graces given by God. Human beings must work to recover what God has given, what He has given profitably. People who do nothing and do not work commit suicide and are condemned by Jesus. The Lord encourages us to increase our talents. Catechesis on work, in collaboration with P. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

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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