The event taking place at Thanh Hoa diocese Cathedral saw the participation of Bishop of Thanh Hoa diocese Joseph Nguyễn Đức Cường, representatives from local authorities, and large numbers of priests and followers in the diocese.

Chairman Nguyễn Đình Xứng speaks at the event

Addressing at the event, while extending warm Christmas congratulations to Bishop Joseph Nguyễn Đức Cường and Catholic followers in the diocese, Chairman Nguyễn Đình Xứng hailed practical contributions made by Catholics in the locality, including social charities worth over seven billion VND in 2018.

He also expressed hope that Bishop Joseph Nguyễn Đức Cường and local Catholics would continue promoting fine traditions for strengthen unity and socio-economic development in the locality.

Bishop Joseph Nguyễn Đức Cường speaks at the event

PH (Thanh Hoa newspaper)