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Feast Day: July 15
Death: July 15, 1855
Saint Anrê Nguyen Kim Thông was a layman and solid citizen in his small town. He was born around 1790 in Go Thi, Bình Ðinh, Vietnam. Anrê lived a devout life, dedicated to his faith and active in his community. He served as the mayor of his village and also worked as a catechist, spreading the teachings of the Catholic Church. During this period, the government in Vietnam started persecuting Catholics. Anrê's unwavering commitment to his faith put him in grave danger. He was targeted for his beliefs and was eventually exiled from his village. Despite being forcibly removed from his home, Anrê remained steadfast in his devotion to Christ. Tragically, on the forced march to a relocation camp in Mi-Tho, Anrê suffered greatly. The harsh conditions, including dehydration, exposure, and exhaustion, ultimately took his life. On 15 July 1855, he passed away on the road near My Tho, Tien Giang, Vietnam, giving his life as a martyr for the Catholic faith. Anrê's example of martyrdom and unwavering faith did not go unnoticed. His heroic sacrifice was recognized by the Catholic Church, and on 19 June 1988, Pope John Paul II canonized him as a saint. Saint Anrê Nguyen Kim Thông is now venerated as one of the Martyrs of Vietnam. Although his specific representation is not known, Saint Anrê Nguyen Kim Thông continues to inspire Catholics around the world through his courageous witness to the faith. His feast days are celebrated on 15 July and 24 November, along with the other Martyrs of Vietnam. Saint Anrê Nguyen Kim Thông, with his humble background as a layman and his ultimate sacrifice for the Catholic faith, stands as a shining example of bravery, steadfastness, and devotion to Christ in the face of persecution. While he may not be associated with any particular patronage, his intercession can be sought for strength, courage, and protection for all those facing religious persecution and discrimination.