Amidst the bustling energy of Ho Chi Minh City lies Nghĩa trang Giáo xứ Tân Vinh, a serene cemetery steeped in history. This final resting place for members of the Tân Vinh parish reflects the community’s journey from its humble beginnings in 1954. Father Nguyễn Đăng Khoa led a group of parishioners from Nhân Hòa to Bến Gỗ. They established a small community on an island within Biên Hòa. Later, more people arrived, from North Vietnam and the Bến Gỗ region of Biên Hòa. These newcomers settled and formed three hamlets: Long Bình, An Dưỡng, and Tân Vinh. These hamlets stretched along the path leading to the Bến Gỗ ferry. Two years later, Long Bình and An Dưỡng relocated, leaving Tân Vinh under Father Khoa’s care. He and the community built a temporary church with simple materials. In 1959, Father Antôn Nguyễn Tế Đại took charge of Tân Vinh parish. The following year, he oversaw the construction of a more permanent church building. As the community grew, so too did the need for a larger space. In 1996, Father Longinô Nguyễn Thế Mậu became the parish priest. Three years later, the congregation had grown considerably, and the existing church was deteriorating. Father Longinô led the effort to build a new, spacious church. In 2004, Father Giuse Đỗ Văn Tư took over. That same year, he and the community built a parish house. They also improved the surrounding area, enhancing the road leading to the church. Six years later, Father Micae Phạm Phi Hùng continued this work, further developing the parish and strengthening the community’s faith. Nghĩa trang Giáo xứ Tân Vinh serves not only as a burial ground but also as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Tân Vinh community. It stands as a peaceful reminder of their faith, resilience, and commitment to their shared history.
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