Hung Sy Tran - Pre-Theology I

➤ Age: 31

➤ Seminary year: Pre-Theology/ELP, Notre Dame Seminary

➤ Home Parish: Tiep Vo Church in Vietnam

➤ Elementary School: Nam Hong, Ha Tinh, Vietnam

➤ High School: Hong Linh, Ha Tinh, Vietnam

➤ College/University: Vinh University, Nghe An, Vietnam

➤ Confirmation saint: St. Joseph

➤ Why did you choose this saint?: My parents chose for me, because St. Joseph was betrothed to Mary and he was Jesus’ earthly father. For the church, he is a special patron; from him, the church receives an overflow of prayers, care and patronage.

➤ Favorite food: Crawfish, beef steak and Vietnamese noodles.

➤ Favorite book, movie and/or TV show: “The Passion of the Christ”

➤ Favorite Feast of the Church: Christmas

➤ Would you rather walk, run, bike or swim? I enjoy learning and playing many different kinds of sports, but I particularly like running and swimming.

➤ Would you rather cook or go out to eat? I prefer to cook because I enjoy many kinds of food. I enjoy a variety of tastes and smells.

➤ Would you rather vacation at the beach or in the mountains? My first choice would be the beach, but I also would like to go to the mountains. Both of them are very helpful to good health.

➤ What else would you like to share? My hobbies are music and playing sports, such as soccer, volleyball, tennis and ping pong. I really love to attend many charitable events for the poor and activities for young people. When I was a student at the University of Vinh, I was involved in many charitable programs, and I created activities for young people. I also worked for the student council as secretary of the CYO. The joy these activities brought me convinced me more and more about my priestly vocation. I always received support and guidance from many priests, religious and lay people. I also love to visit different old churches or ancient ruins.