Moses was appointed as a mediator, that is to say, to bring the desires of the people to God and bring the word of God to the people, but he always shared with these people, especially in their temptations and sins; Moses was a man of God and was always close to the people, which is why he was compassionate and merciful towards them... Catechesis on Moses with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

The words that often come out of Moses' mouth in his prayers are ’why, why have you sent me, why do you want to send this people out? There are passages that reproach Moses himself for his lack of trust in God, in other words his doubt. If we sometimes encounter coldness or doubts, we must not lose hope... Catechesis on Moses with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

 

Prayer is a call from God and is continued by speaking to him, when he reveals himself and knows him. He, the God of the living, wants to liberate his people and keep them alive, which is why he calls Moses to send him to have mercy on the people, just as God himself sends him to save the people. To pray is to align your will with God's... Catechesis on Moses with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

Moses sympathised with his compatriots and set himself up as their protector; the good desire in him became violent. The desire to be an authority and a high official stopped there. God called or sought Moses: ... the Lord saw that he was bowing down to look, and God called him, in the midst of the green plants, saying ‘I am the God of your father... Catechesis on Moses with Fr Bertrand Ratovoalinirina.

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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