It is necessary to carefully consider what the appeal might mean to an individual. Take plenty of time, do an orientation retreat, and be well prepared. Catechesis on vocational discernment, with Fr. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

The content of the angel's message was a preparation for the Virgin Mary. The virgin Mary was scared and maybe she was scared when she heard the message. Mary was silent and reflected in her heart as she studied about her and what the angel had told her. Catechesis on vocational discernment, with Fr. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

The Virgin Mary was a worthy and kind person. In the conversation with Mary and the angel: "Hail" is the same as "rejoice", which emphasizes that she is full of grace and it is this grace that produces full joy. Catechesis on vocational discernment, with Fr. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

The Blessed Virgin Mary heard God's call and responded. The Virgin Mary did not know her “immaculate conception” identity only through the revelation of the Angel. The beginning of the Angel's conversation with the Blessed Virgin Mary was the “Salvation” worthy of the nobles. Catechesis on vocational discernment, with Fr. Rakotondramanana Soloniaina Jean Emilien.

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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