It is necessary for the common good that authority should control, in a decent manner, the tranquillity of the community and that of its members. The common good justifies the right of self-defence recognised by law for individuals and for all. The Council declared: "It is not when there is no war, nor when the forces on one side and the other are balanced, that we can say that the country is at peace...". Catechesis on the family, in collaboration with Fr Eric Frank Randriamiandrinirinarivo.

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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