In Hebrew, the book of Psalms is called ‘Sefer Tehillim’. The word ‘tehillim’ can simply be translated into Malagasy as ‘song of praise’. This ‘tehillim’ does not really interpret the Psalms and is not very satisfactory, because it says any song of praise, whatever form it takes; the word ‘Mizmor’ means rather a religious song... Catechesis on praying with the Psalms, in collaboration with Fr Flavien Andriamirijanirina.
In prayer, there is always the necessary character and the required character; as Jesus said: if you pray, do not seek praise and do not say much, because the need for praise is the prayer of a hypocrite. The character required and necessary for prayer is humility. The attitude and mood necessary for those who pray are faithfulness and loyalty, a humble and joyful trust... Catechesis on David's prayer with Fr Sylvain Rafaralahimboa.
The characteristic of saints is that they neither condemn nor reject, but bring to God the beneficial prayers of those who hope for salvation and ask for forgiveness. In the story of Moses, he appears as the figure of Jesus, praying and begging. Moses teaches us to pray fervently like Jesus for the world, to remember that despite sin, the Lord is there... Catechesis on Moses with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.
What distinguishes Moses' prayer is his prayer for the people and his faith in God. He was eager to share more with the people entrusted to him. The Holy Scriptures often show Moses as raising his hand to God, as if he were giving himself to connect heaven and earth. Moses always prayed for the people... Catechesis on Moses with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.
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.
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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