Drugs increase violence and rape, because addicts don't act according to "justice but according to their will, they have no independence or self-control. When the mind is tormented, the person becomes violent, the beauty and gentleness they once had are destroyed, and they no longer have patience... Catechesis on drug use, with P. Avellin Ravelonanosy.

The consequences of drug use are numerous: they disrupt the functioning of human organs and lead to health problems. Taking drugs reduces natural strength. Drugs reduce sleep, whereas sleep is the foundation of health. Taking drugs can cause sedation, alter memory... Catechesis on drug use, with P. Avellin Ravelonanosy.

Young people are people who are preparing for their lives and their future, i.e. those who are between the ages of children and adults. Adults are physically over 20, independent, have jobs, are mature and have families. Today's challenge for young people is to help the family with routine work, and to try to behave in a mature and courageous way to face the future. Female promotion" programme on Don Bosco radio.

Unemployment is one of the reasons why many people take drugs, it makes them lose hope and look for something to pass the time, including those who have tried and become addicted. The feeling of being ostracized encourages people to take drugs, thinking that this will be a way of finding a place for themselves in the community... Catechesis on drug use, with P. Avellin Ravelonanosy.

Diocese of Miarinarivo

Pope Francis has accepted the renunciation of the pastoral government of the Diocese of Miarinarivo, presented by H.E. Mgr Jean Claude Randrianarisoa. At the same time, the Supreme Pontiff has appointed H.E. Mgr Marie Fabien Raharilamboniaina, as Apostolic Admnistrator sede vacante et ad nutum Sanctae Sedis of the same Diocese.

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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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