Biography of Saints

The Life of Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc


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Step into the underground world of 19th-century Vietnam, where secret Masses flickered in the night, soldiers hunted priests without mercy, and one gentle, humble man became the unbreakable heart of a persecuted Church.


In this gripping, cinematic episode, we follow Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc—a boy born into crushing poverty who rose to become one of the most beloved priests in Vietnam. From his hidden childhood conversion to breathtaking escapes from imperial soldiers, from tear-filled secret baptisms to the moment his parishioners sacrificed everything to ransom him from prison—this is a story that feels almost unreal.


But the ending is unforgettable.


Walk with him through the final hours of his life. Hear the prayers he whispered in chains. Feel the courage that steadied him as he faced the sword. And witness the quiet, mystical strength of a man who loved God more than life itself.


If you love emotional storytelling, dramatic saints’ lives, Catholic history, or cinematic biographies that make you feel every moment—this is one episode you cannot miss.


Listen now and discover why the Church honors him as the shining face of the Vietnamese Martyrs.


🔥 Perfect for fans of epic storytelling, Catholic saints, martyrdom stories, and documentary-style religious biographies.

🔥 Stay to the end for the powerful closing reflection — it will stay with you for days.

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