The rites should be short, clear, and simple, but spiritually valid. The Word of God should occupy a prominent place in the Liturgy. Latin is the main language of the Latin Liturgy, but the vernacular is allowed to be used freely in certain parts, with the consent of the Bishop and in communion with the Holy Father... Catechism on the Reformation of the Liturgy, with Fr. Randriamanamahenina Robert Marie.

The rituals and the communion in the celebration should be well-organized. The equality of all believers before God should be respected, the celebration should not be partial. The rituals reveal and help faith, not "spiritual theater"; through words and signs, the Liturgy communicates the mystery of salvation... Catechism on the Reformation of the Liturgy, with Fr. Randriamanamahenina Robert Marie.

The specific participants in the ritual (readers, singers, ministers...) should be well trained spiritually and liturgically. Each has a responsibility: participation in the Liturgy should not be for personal gain but for the benefit of the people, a service that does not demand a response. The participation of the people should be full of knowledge and active... Catechism on the Reformation of the Liturgy, with P. Randriamanamahenina Robert Marie.

Each ritual and celebration has its own character. If possible, all celebrations should be held in communion (people and priests). Special celebrations are intended for specific reasons. It is good to pray together, especially to bear witness before the people of God... Catechism on the renewal of the Liturgy, with P. Randriamanamahenina Robert Marie.

For a genuine and authentic transformation

“Let your love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good” (Romans 12:9). Message from the Episcopal Conference of Madagascar to the Catholic faithful, to the leaders and officials of the nation, to young Malagasy people without distinction, to all our compatriots, and to all people of good will.

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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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