October 12, 2024 — Saturday, Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time — Blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it — Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke (Lk 11: 27-28)

Ownership of community land rights in Madagascar is under threat. The Malagasy do not yet have sufficient laws to protect community land. 50% of the world's land is classified as community land, according to Right Resources Initiatives (RRI) in Africa...

If we look at social phenomena in general, there are often problems in the relationship between mother-in-law and son-in-law. Most commentators say that differences of opinion are at the root of the problem. It can be said that the reason for this is the difference between the families from which they come, each of which has its own knowledge in terms of education. Both parties therefore need to make an effort to improve the relationship and avoid any conflicts that may arise: mutual respect, tolerance, listening, trust... Miaina mitia’ programme on Radio Don Bosco, in collaboration with the Arrupe centre.

Saint Paul exhorted the Christians of Thessalonica to pray constantly and to give thanks in all things, for this is God's will for them in Christ Jesus. What the Lord wants from us is to always thank him. It takes patience to pray. Saint Paul's epistles are unique in that they generally begin and end with thanksgiving... Catechesis on the Prayer of Thanksgiving, in collaboration with Fr Eric Franck 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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