How about a journey back to 1676? That’s when the story of Nh\u00e0 th\u1edd Gi\u00e1o h\u1ecd Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng really begins. We are standing before a testament to faith, resilience, and the enduring spirit of a community.
Nh\u00e0 th\u1edd Gi\u00e1o h\u1ecd Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed9ng also known as Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u01b0\u1eddng is more than just a church. It’s a living chronicle of Vietnamese Catholicism. Its history is woven into the very fabric of this land.
In 1676, Dominican missionaries first set foot in Ph\u1ed1 Hi\u1ebfn. They paved the way for spreading Christianity in u0110\u00e0ng Ngo\u00e0i. Since missionaries often journeyed through Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng on their way to Th\u0103ng Long, the village embraced Christianity early on.
During the Nguyễn Dynasty’s persecution of Christians in Nam \u0110\u1ecbnh province, H\u01b0ng Y\u00ean became a refuge for missionaries. Bishop Domingo Marti even established his seat here. He served concurrently as the parish priest of Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng. Furthermore, the L\u1ee5c Th\u1ee7y Hạ Major Seminary relocated to Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng. It trained seminarians and priests to serve the Gospel.
Under T\u1ef1 \u0110\u1ee9c’s reign, religious restrictions intensified. A report falsely accused L\u00fd T\u00f4 of forging weapons in Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng. It led provincial authorities to suspect an uprising. On January 9, 1858, 5,000 soldiers besieged Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng. They arrested Father Hu\u1ea5n along with numerous clergy and parishioners. Soldiers burned homes and killed five people.
Despite persecution, the faithful of Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng remained steadfast. Many were ready to sacrifice their lives for their faith. From Minh M\u1ea1ng’s era, the parish contributed Saint Peter Nguy\u1ec5n B\u00e1 Tu\u1ea7n. During T\u1ef1 \u0110\u1ee9c’s reign, Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng added 27 blessed martyrs to the Thái Bình diocese.
Since its founding, Nh\u00e0 th\u1edd Gi\u00e1o h\u1ecd Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng has flourished. It has been under the care of dedicated leaders. These include Bishop Marti Gia and Father Giuse Nguy\u1ec5n Tri Ch\u00fac. Today, the parish includes the communities of Hoàng \u0110\u1ed9c and Thanh Cù.
Through historical ups and downs, Nh\u00e0 th\u1edd Gi\u00e1o h\u1ecd Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng continues to thrive in faith. While no longer a central diocesan hub, priests and the Dominican Sisters of Thái Bình maintain a constant presence. Parish organizations remain active too. They include the Dominican religious association and various choirs.
Today, Nh\u00e0 th\u1edd Gi\u00e1o h\u1ecd Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed3ng stands as a symbol of faith. It shows hope for the future. It is a testament to the enduring power of community. It’s a story etched in stone and in the hearts of its people.
This is just one chapter in the story of Nh\u00e0 th\u1edd Gi\u00e1o h\u1ecd Ng\u1ecdc \u0110\u1ed9ng. It is a story of a community’s unwavering commitment to their beliefs. A story that continues to unfold even now.