29/07/2026
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At just 19 years old, Andrew of Phu Yen made a courageous choice that would forever shape the history of the Catholic Church in Vietnam.
Born around 1625, he became one of the first Vietnamese catechists, serving alongside the Jesuit missionaries with remarkable zeal. Although still very young, Andrew devoted himself to sharing the Gospel and strengthening the faith of the early Christian community.
In 1644, during a period of persecution, he was arrested for refusing to renounce his faith. Despite his youth and the opportunity to save his life, Andrew remained steadfast, professing his love for Christ until the very end. He was martyred in Quแบฃng Nam, becoming the first martyr of Vietnam.
More than three centuries later, in 2000, Pope Saint John Paul II beatified Andrew of Phu Yen, presenting him as a model of youthful faith, courage, and missionary spirit for Catholics around the world.
Today, pilgrims can visit the Shrine of Blessed Andrew of Phu Yen in Da Nang to pray, reflect on his inspiring witness, and learn about the beginnings of the Catholic faith in Vietnam.
His story reminds us that holiness is not measured by age, but by the courage to remain faithful.
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