Forced labor is labor without freedom, without creativity, without dignity. The freedom God brings is the liberation of his people not to serve a king, but to serve him, Lord. Forced labor is labor that is not free to create and live God's will. Catechism on work, in collaboration with P. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

The work of the people in Egypt was not the result of his will: forced labor.Because of fear, Pharaoh forced the people of Israel to do forced labor. The people of Israel were prevented from multiplying. The king was subjected to forced labor. Daily work is work shared with God. Catechism on work, in collaboration with P. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

It is man's duty to care for nature so that the Garden of Eden does not change its beautiful appearance. God has blessed mankind to transmit God's life. Man must be at nature's service: giving life, restoring everything. Work existed before sin, representing God's perfection, love. Catechism on work, in collaboration with P. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

Work existed before sin; in the dignity of God's creation, the work, which reflects God's perfection, love. This work developed according to the saying: "you eat by the sweat of your face", which means that it becomes difficult to eat or that the service of the earth is more intense. But God gave man the spirit to promote the way of doing things. Catechism 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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