Madagascar

The Redemptorists have been present in Madagascar since 1967. Today, they are organized into ten communities, namely:

• Antananarivo (Parish, Retreat Centre, Schools, Hospital),
• Vohemar (Parish, Retreat Centre, Schools, Hospital),
• Ampanefena (Parish, Schools),
• Anjiro (Parish, Schools, Hospital),
• Andranokobaka (Novitiate & Prepostulate Houses)
• Andilamena (Parish, Schools),
• Kianjavato (Parish, Schools, Hospital),
• Vondrozo (Parish, Schools, Hospital),
• Mandialaza (Parish, Schools, Hospital),
• La Réunion (2 Parishes)

and they carry out their mission through several parishes and approximately 200 Redemptorist mission stations.

Working with the poor of Madagascar, especially those living in rural areas and on the outskirts of cities, lies at the heart of our mission. Through our social works, we are deeply committed to education and healthcare.
Currently, we serve 8,500 students across 30 schools, providing holistic education to children, adolescents, and young people. In addition, we offer healthcare services through 7 health centers, particularly for the most vulnerable populations.

In our schools, meals are provided for children, contributing to their well-being and academic success. Furthermore, a bi-monthly meal is offered to the poor of the Alasora district, as a concrete expression of solidarity and charity.

All our communities have designated pastoral areas where we develop pastoral and missionary activities, with particular emphasis on the ministry for youth and vocations. We have also established a group of Lay Redemptorist Associates, and in all our parishes we work closely with the Parish Pastoral Council to strengthen ecclesial and community life.