Before the colonial period, the Malagasy and natural forests still existed and were good, but later it was ravaged and replaced by foreign trees. In the old days, there were few bush and forest fires and also the practice of cultivating on burnt land, the plants grew and became interdependent. Among the Malagasy trees: the orchid, the reddish mahogany, the jackfruit, the lilac, the baker and from within, the animals were more alive...

December 31, 2020 - 7th day of the Christmas octave - The Word became flesh, he established his dwelling among us. All who received him, gave him power to become children of God - Gospel of Jesus Christ according to St. John 1, 1-18

Wednesday 30 December 2020 - 6th day of the Christmas octave - Today the light shone on the earth. People of the universe, enter into the light of God. Come and worship the Lord! - Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 2, 36-40

Tuesday 29th December 2020 - 5th day of the Christmas Octave - Light that reveals itself to the nations and gives glory to your people Israel - Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 2, 22-35

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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