🌏💖 A MISSION OF LOVE AND HOPE IN THAI NGUYEN, VIETNAM💖🌏
23 TO 28 January 2026
The following information is confidential. Please do not share it outside this mission group.
Thank you.
Version Date: 2 November 2025
Program Brochure
Dear Mission Member,
Thank you for joining this noble and exciting mission
trip to Thai Nguyen, Vietnam.
We are thrilled to have you on board and can't wait
to see the impact we’ll make together.
We will be creating a whatsapp chat group if not
already, which will serve as our primary
communication channel for information and
clarifications about the mission trip.
Please keep the messages focused on
mission-related topics only to ensure everyone
stays updated and organized.
Below is some information and points of administration for your action. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Key Information
Mission Fees
The mission fee of S$500 per missioner, which covers:
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Meals during the mission.
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Land transportation relevant to the mission.
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A pilgrimage to the shrine of St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Hanoi.
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Accommodation for 6 days and 5 nights in Thai Nguyen.
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Incidentals for activities at the various sites during the mission.
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Any surplus will be used to support the cause.
Payment Details
To secure your spot, please transfer the mission fee as soon as possible via PayNow to UEN number 53451172D.
After making the payment, kindly send me a screenshot for confirmation.
Pilgrimage of Thanksgiving
At the end of our mission, we will travel to St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Hanoi,
one of Vietnam’s oldest and most beautiful churches, for a pilgrimage of
thanksgiving.
It is a living symbol of faith’s endurance amid trials.
Built in 1886 during the French colonial era, St. Joseph’s Cathedral stands
tall in the heart of Hanoi’s old quarter, its twin 32-meter bell towers rising
gracefully against the skyline. Modeled after Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris,
this Gothic-Revival masterpiece is not only an architectural treasure but a
spiritual refuge — dedicated to St. Joseph, the Patron Saint of Vietnam and
guardian of the Universal Church.
Over the decades, this cathedral has withstood wars, persecution, and
political unrest. It was shuttered for years during the communist period but
reopened in 1990 — a powerful testament to the resilience of the Catholic
faith in Vietnam. Today, it stands as the mother church of more than 480
churches and chapels in the Archdiocese of Hanoi, home to over 400,000
Catholics.
Each Sunday, its pews overflow with faithful believers — living proof that
hope never dies where Christ reigns.
During the pilgrimage, we will:
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Offer thanksgiving prayers for the success of our mission.
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Present sealed petitions to Our Blessed Mother, seeking her intercession for healing, reconciliation, financial difficulties, and other needs.
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Pray for our friends in Vietnam and our loved ones back home.
For more information, please click on this button and scroll down.
Flights
Airfare is not included and is currently at S$253 for a return ticket with 20 kg check-in baggage to Hanoi.
Unless you wish to shop in Vietnam and have lots of things to bring back, I would recommend that you only
select 20 kg check-in baggage from SG to Hanoi and use a collapsible luggage to help transport the
donations.
When it's empty, you can fold your collapsible luggage into your cabin luggage and save some cost there.
Collapsible Travel Bag
You can purchase one of these Expandable Luggage from any e-commerce platform. They cost around S$20 and can be
folded into your carry-on luggage after the Mission.
Please book your flights as soon as possible to enjoy lower fares.
Feel free to book your flight on any airline of your choice but try to match the following timings.
Once booked, please send me your flight details
directly for coordination.
Here are some travel portals to search for flights.
https://sg.trip.com/
https://www.expedia.com.sg/
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance (about S$20) is also not included. You may choose your preferred plan and vendor.
https://www.singsaver.com.sg/travel-insurance-singapore
Packing for Donations
Please reserve at least 15 kg of baggage allowance to help carry donated items.
We aim to bring:
Preloved items in excellent condition, new or like-new items,
such as:
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Clothing, especially winter clothing.
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Medical supplies
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Household items
4. School stationery and supplies, school bags
5. Art supplies and materials
If you have any of these or other items you think might
be suitable, please private message me with photos. Our
Gifts Team will review and confirm what to bring.
To respect the dignity of the community, please ensure that
they are in good condition e.g. no stains, tears, missing parts, screws, requiring batteries, very old, very formal, very used, notebooks that are partly written, unwashed clothing. As a guide ... not something we would not use ourselves. Thank you for your donations. 🙏
What’s Next
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I’ll share updates and the mission itinerary as we get closer to departure.
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We will ensure the itinerary is inclusive for everyone, including any non-Christian participants, children or elderly joining us.
This mission is more than a trip; it’s a chance to bring hope and joy to those in need while building unforgettable memories together.
Let’s prepare our hearts, minds, and suitcases for this meaningful journey!
If you have any questions, feel free to ask. We’re here to support each other every step of the way.
Looking forward to embarking on this mission with all of you!
God Bless,
Tony - Mission Lead
