Giáo Xứ Vinh Sơn Welcomes First Parish Priest

Vinh Son Parish welcomed its first parish priest, Father Ephrem Truong Cuong, during a Mass on October 6, 2026. This appointment marks the first time the community has had its own resident pastor since its formation began 34 years ago.

The parish was officially established on July 2, 2021, by Bishop Aloisius of the Diocese of Kon Tum after being separated from Phu Tho Parish. For much of its history, the community of approximately 550 parishioners relied on priests from Phu Tho Parish for Mass and the sacraments. Following the announcement of Father Cuong's appointment on September 22, 2026, the parish held a Mass of installation to welcome him as their first pastor.