The motto of life that Jesus gave us is "to serve and not to be served". The true Christian life is lived by helping others and being of service, so it can be seen as a tool to measure progress in the spiritual life. It requires a deep abandonment for the sake of others. Catechesis on Idleness, with Fr. Ratinarivony Laurent.
Idleness is an evil character that demons put in us and manifests itself in indolence and laziness so that we cannot advance with the good and holy life according to God's will. When a person does nothing, evil thoughts, evil deeds and evil habits slowly creep in. Catechesis on Idleness, with Fr. Ratinarivony Laurent.
As the saying goes: "If you can make a dugout out of a tree, it's because of the land it's on, and the forest where it grew". Children must learn to work from a young age. It is true that having faith is one of the means of salvation, so it is possible that works are worthless. But the word of God tells us that faith without works is dead. Catechesis on Idleness, with Fr. Ratinarivony Laurent.
"Midonanam-poana" is a combination of two words, "midonaka" inactive and "foana" always. "Idle" people just stay, don't work, just sit there. "Always" is used to refer to something often, repeatedly. Thus, an idle person is one who does not engage in good work, not looking for something to do. Catechesis on Idleness, with Fr. Ratinarivony Laurent.
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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