The saints are models of faith and perseverance in prayer. St. Francis of Assisi: his life of prayer and meditation changed his heart and his mission; he persevered in prayer despite suffering. Saint Monique: she prayed for many years for the conversion of her son. Catechesis on “Persevering prayer”, in collaboration with P. Ratinarivony Laurent

Clearly define the intention of the prayer, focusing on what you want to pray for. Ask and it will be given to you, seek and you will find, knock and it will be opened to you. Catechesis on “Persevering prayer”, in collaboration with P. Ratinarivony Laurent.

Like the character in the parable who has to meet a guest who arrives unexpectedly, knocks on his friend's door in the middle of the night and asks for bread. The friend replies “No!” because he's already in bed, but insists on getting up to give him the bread. This is the character who makes persevering requests... Catechesis on “Persevering prayer”, in collaboration with P. Ratinarivony Laurent.

Saint Gregory of Nyssa said: Patience is needed in prayer, which is communication, to maintain a relationship with God. Patience is an act of faith. Persevering prayer is a spiritual practice that demands fidelity, patience and constant devotion to God... Catechesis on “Persevering prayer”, in collaboration with P. Ratinarivony Laurent.

Message from the Bishops at the end of the Pilgrimage

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?’....

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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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