When the bishop teaches, he is always united with the Pope in this teaching and presents himself as a witness to the truth and to the Church. Christians respect the teachings of the Church and are united in spirit and opinion. Christians must accept with a heart and mind that fully accept the teachings of their bishop... Catechesis on the Second Vatican Council, structure, with Fr Justolat Rafaralahimboa.
The primary mission of the bishop is to preach the Gospel to all peoples with the help of the Holy Spirit. This authority has been given to them from heaven and earth, and is linked to teaching all nations and preaching the Good News to all creation; the aim is that all should attain salvation... Catechesis on the Second Vatican Council, structure, with Fr Justolat Rafaralahimboa.
The bishop is the representative of the Church in the diocese and, because of his communion with the Pope, he is the representative of the whole Church, united by peace, love and unity. The Bishop of Rome is the Pope. He is the permanent and visible head, the foundation that unites all bishops and Christians. The bishop promotes and preserves the faith as a single... Catechesis on the Second Vatican Council, structure, with Fr Justolat Rafaralahimboa.
The Pope, who has full authority to govern and teach the Church, is the head of all the bishops. All the bishops are united to this head so that the Pope's authority is perfect and complete. This authority comes from Christ, the Head of the Church, because he established Simon as the rock and holder of the keys of the Church, appointing him as the Shepherd of the flock... Catechesis on the Second Vatican Council, structure, with Fr Justolat Rafaralahimboa.
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, You who have come in such large numbers to take part in this national pilgrimage, as well as all of you who are following it from home through the media. We, the bishops of Madagascar, would like to express our deep gratitude to you for having responded to our invitation and for having brought this jubilee initiated by Pope Francis to life spiritually. With you, we take up Mary's song: ‘My soul exalts the Lord’ and we repeat with her: ‘What shall I repay the Lord for all the good he has done me?’....
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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