Saint Andrew Dung-Lac
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Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc (Anrê Dũng-Lạc), priest and martyr, was a 19th-century Vietnamese diocesan priest who gave his life for the Catholic faith during the severe persecutions under Emperor Minh Mạng. Born around 1795 in a Christian family in Bắc Ninh, he was baptized as Andrew and later studied for the priesthood. Ordained in 1823, he labored zealously as a missionary priest, serving the faithful in secret, teaching catechism, and administering the sacraments amid anti-Christian edicts.
Arrested multiple times and subjected to torture, Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc remained steadfast, refusing to apostatize. He was beheaded on December 21, 1839, at Ô Cầu Giấy near Hanoi, together with Saint Peter Thi. Canonized by Pope John Paul II on June 19, 1988, as one of the 117 Vietnamese Martyrs, he is venerated in the Roman Rite as a model of priestly fidelity and courage under persecution. His feast day is celebrated on November 24 (with the Vietnamese Martyrs) or December 21 in some calendars. Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc exemplifies the witness of the Vietnamese Church, reminding the faithful that the blood of martyrs is the seed of Christians.
His life and death continue to strengthen the Church in Vietnam and inspire priests and lay faithful worldwide to remain faithful amid trials.
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| Saint Andrew Dung-Lac | |
|---|---|
| Feast Day | November 24 |
| Profession | Priest; Missionary |
| Rel. Affiliation | Diocese of Hanoi (historical) |
| Patronage | Vietnam; Vietnamese Catholics; Priests; Persecuted Christians |
| Attributes | Priest in Vietnamese robes; Palm of martyrdom; Book |
| Birthplace | Bắc Ninh, Vietnam |
| Death Place | Ô Cầu Giấy, Hanoi, Vietnam |
| Cause of Death | Martyrdom (beheaded) |
| Primary Shrine | Shrine of the Vietnamese Martyrs, Hanoi area |
| Liturgical Class | Optional Memorial |
| Historic Class | Not included |
Biography
Birth
Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc was born around 1795 in Bắc Ninh, northern Vietnam, into a Christian family during a period of growing hostility toward the faith.
Early Life
He was baptized as Andrew and received formation in the faith. He studied at the seminary and was ordained a priest in 1823, adopting the name Dũng-Lạc.
Occupation
As a diocesan priest, Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc served the underground Church, traveling to minister to scattered communities, celebrate the sacraments, and teach the faith despite imperial edicts.
Vocation
His vocation was to priestly ministry in a persecuted land. He endured repeated arrests and torture but remained faithful, encouraging other Christians.
Death
Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc met his end by martyrdom on December 21, 1839, at Ô Cầu Giấy near Hanoi. He was beheaded after refusing to trample the Cross.
Significant events
- Ordination to the priesthood.
- Zealous missionary work amid persecution.
- Multiple arrests and tortures.
- Martyrdom by beheading.
- Canonization in 1988 as one of the Vietnamese Martyrs.
Significant locations
Life tour: Footprints — walkable life places and pilgrimage stops
Legend
Birth location: Bac Ninh, North Vietnam (now Vietnam), Bắc Ninh, Vietnam
Death location: Hanoi, Vietnam, Ô Cầu Giấy, Hanoi, Vietnam
Notable location: St. Joseph's Cathedral (martyrdom vicinity and veneration) (40 P. Phan Đình Phùng, Ba Đình, Hanoi, Vietnam)
Notable location: Christ Cathedral (relic site) (13200 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92840, United States)
Notable location: St. Andrew Dung-Lac Parish (dedicated church) (1837 S Neva Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, United States)
Notable location: Basilica of the National Shrine (Vietnamese Martyrs chapel) (1050 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001, United States)
Notable location: Dedicated parish (St. Andrew Dung-Lac Catholic Church, 210 S 9th St, La Crosse, WI 54601, United States)
Parishes
No parishes dedicated to Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc have been added to the database yet.
Media
| Media | Length | AuthorCreator |
|---|---|---|
| Who are the Vietnamese Martyrs? | Under 5 minutes | Young Catholics |
Shrines
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No shrines where this saint is the primary saint.
Shrine of the Vietnamese Martyrs, Hanoi
- Description: Sites associated with his martyrdom and the collective Vietnamese Martyrs serve as centers of pilgrimage. They qualify under Canon 1230 as sacred places for devotion to the witness of the Vietnamese Church.
- Pilgrimage details: Hanoi, Vietnam (Archdiocese of Hanoi); commemorations on November 24.
- Facts: "Here Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc gave his life for Christ."
Canonization
Servant of God Cause advanced with other Vietnamese martyrs.
Venerable Heroic virtue recognized.
Beatification Beatified on November 24, 1960, by Pope John XXIII.
Canonization Canonized on June 19, 1988, by Pope John Paul II.
Miracles
Miracle for beatification The collective witness and graces of the Vietnamese Martyrs.
Miracle for canonization Approved miracles supporting the group canonization.
Other notable miracles
- Graces of perseverance for persecuted Vietnamese Catholics.
Patronage
Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc is patron of Vietnam, Vietnamese Catholics, priests, and persecuted Christians.
Feast day
November 24
Veneration
Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc is venerated through prayers for the Church in Vietnam, participation in the feast of the Vietnamese Martyrs, and devotion to priestly vocations. He is depicted as a Vietnamese priest with the palm of martyrdom.
Prayers
Authored There are prayers authored by this saint in prayers list yet.
Intercessory There are no prayers asking for this saint's intercession in prayers list yet.
Books
Written about the saint
- Accounts in histories of the Vietnamese Martyrs.
Written by the saint None known.
External links
- Wikipedia: Andrew Dũng-Lạc
- (search Andrew Dung-Lac) Catholic Online
- Vatican resources on Vietnamese Martyrs.