December 16, 2021 | 19:29 (GMT+7)
Front leader congratulates Bac Ninh Diocese on Christmas
President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee Do Van Chien on December 16 extended best Christmas wishes to priests, dignitaries and the Catholic community in the Diocese of Bac Ninh.
The Front leader praised the contributions of the religious community and local authorities across all fields, particularly in COVID-19 prevention and control in 2021.
He hoped the Party’s policy and the State’s law will continue to be disseminated among the Catholic community and requested the upcoming Xmas celebration is held merrily and safely in line with the Government’s regulations on flexible and safe adaptation to and effective control of the pandemic.
Increasing involvement of the community in charity activities is also important, Chien noted.
For his part, Bishop Cosmas Hoang Van Dat of the Bac Ninh Diocese vowed to continue calling on Catholic dignitaries and followers to respect the law and policies of the Party and State, fulfill their duties as a citizen, and accompany local authorities in the socio-economic development process.
After visiting the diocese, Chien had a working session with leaders of the province, during which he lauded Bac Ninh’s achievements so far this year. The official wished the province will sustain its socio-economic growth and ensure social welfare, and facilitate operations of the VFF and other socio-political organizations.
Source: VNA