On the human level, the young person is looked after and followed closely, in his relations with his confreres and colleagues, with his educators and in his relations with the others. Priests are designed to lead people, so they must have the ability to communicate with a wide range of people. Catechesis on the priestly vocation “training”, with Fr. Abdon Rafidison.

Priests were called to be teachers, so that the intellectual aspect of formation could not be neglected. "Seminary teaching is not only intended for communication and transmission of ideas, but is in reality a formation according to the faith and the internal education of the seminarian himself." Catechesis on the priestly vocation “training”, with Fr. Abdon Rafidison.

"He will be made as the image of Christ, when he is sanctified as a Priest and gets used to being a close friend of Him." Priests are people of prayer, so they should have joy in the types of prayers in the Church, starting with the Holy Eucharist and the forms of prayer associated with it. Catechesis on the priestly vocation “training”, with Fr. Abdon Rafidison.

All of the training content prepares a young person for the profession of pastor. There are four pillars of priestly training: spiritual, intellectual, human and pastoral. None of these can be underestimated as they constitute pastoralism according to the Church. Catechesis on the priestly vocation “training”, with Fr. Abdon Rafidison.

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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