The solemn mass will be presided over by Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization of the Holy See. Tens of bishops, along with numerous priests, religious, and laity from within and outside the Can Tho Diocese, are expected to attend.

Father Phero Vu Van Hai, Vicar General of the Can Tho Diocese and head of the organizing committee, stated that preparations are nearing completion. The altar, internal roads, media, medical, sanitation areas, and communication systems are being finalized.

The Tac Say Church area and father Truong Buu Diep's tomb can accommodate about 25,000 people, equipped with LED screens, sound systems, and tents. An adjacent 5 ha plot of land opposite the church has been arranged as a square with auxiliary areas, capable of hosting approximately 47,000 people.

Tac Say Church, one of the two locations for the beatification mass for father Phanxico Xavie Truong Buu Diep. Photo: Chuc Ly

All areas will feature shelters, screens, and sound systems, allowing attendees to follow the rituals remotely. Laity within the Can Tho Diocese are also preparing over 40,000 free breakfast servings for pilgrims.

Delegations are encouraged to register in advance to facilitate seating arrangements, parking, and traffic flow. Registered vehicles will receive identification signs and guidance to parking lots; participants will walk approximately 500-700 m to the venue.

National Highway 1, passing by Tac Say Church, will have traffic restrictions from 13h on 1/7 until 4h the following day, and will be completely closed from 4h to 17h on 2/7, with exceptions only for priority and duty vehicles.

A field hospital and satellite medical stations are being deployed for the grand event. Medical personnel, fire and rescue police, and security forces will be on duty throughout the event.

Father Phanxico Xavie Truong Buu Diep, born in 1897 and passed away in 1946, is revered for his holy life, compassion for the poor, and sacrifice for his parishioners. On 25/11/2024, the Holy See promulgated a decree recognizing his martyrdom, paving the way for his beatification.

Chuc Ly