Today we joyfully celebrate the priestly ordination anniversary of Fr. Martin Nguyen, O.P., giving thanks to God for his faithful ministry and generous response to the Lord’s call.
Fr. Martin was born on August 19, 1974, in Saigon, Vietnam. Drawn to a life of service in the Church, he entered the Order of Preachers (Dominicans) and made his religious profession on September 5, 2015, at St. Albert Parish in Oakland, California, within the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
Following years of spiritual, academic, and pastoral formation, Fr. Martin was ordained to the priesthood on June 5, 2021, at St. Dominic’s Church in San Francisco. The ordination Mass was celebrated by Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone, who entrusted him with the sacred ministry of proclaiming the Gospel, celebrating the sacraments, and shepherding the faithful.
As a Dominican priest, Fr. Martin continues the mission of St. Dominic through prayer, study, preaching, and service. His priestly ministry has been marked by a deep commitment to sharing the Good News and accompanying God’s people in their journey of faith.
Since August 1, 2025, Fr. Martin has served at Queen of Martyrs Vietnamese Parish, where he ministers to the Vietnamese Catholic community with dedication, compassion, and pastoral zeal. Through his leadership and care, he continues to strengthen the faith life of parishioners and foster a vibrant parish community.
On this special anniversary, we join Fr. Martin in thanking God for the gift of his vocation and for the blessings of his priestly ministry. We pray that the Lord will continue to grant him wisdom, strength, good health, and abundant joy as he serves the Church and proclaims the Gospel.
Please join us in congratulating Fr. Martin Nguyen, O.P., on his ordination anniversary and in keeping him in your prayers.
Lord, send holy and generous men to serve Your Church as faithful priests. Grant them courage to answer Your call and perseverance to follow it with joy.
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