Christians worship on Sunday or the first day of the week. It does not change, destroy or reject the third commandment of the Old Testament, but complements it because the Church clearly teaches that Christ is the fulfilment of the law and the prophets. Catechesis on Sunday observance, in collaboration with Fr Wagner Randriamampandry.

According to what is written in the Old Testament: "You shall hold a holy meeting on the first day, and you shall hold a holy meeting on the seventh day. You shall not work on those days" Ex. 12,16. If we look at what is written, the question that should not arise is whether it is Saturday or Sunday that prayer can be done, for both are holy days of assembly. Catechesis on Sunday observance, in collaboration with Fr. Wagner Randriamampandry.

In the Old Testament it is written: "Keep the Sabbath day holy, as the Lord your God commanded you". Here it is clear that the Sabbath day is to be observed and kept holy. If we broaden the meaning a bit according to this commandment of God, it is a day of rest. Catechesis on Sunday observance, in collaboration with Fr. Wagner Randriamampandry.

Baptism: obedience to the Father and to being human. Baptism allows the laity to have a role in the Church and in society. Baptism is the symbol of communion among the laity, even in the many branches that make up the Church, and encourages the laity to participate in the work of salvation. Catechesis on the family and the sacrament of baptism, with P. Rafaralahimboa Justolat.

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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