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Priest Rescues Abandoned Baby in Heartwarming Saigon Scene

7/14/2025

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In the heart of Saigon, a touching scene unfolded as a Catholic priest, Fr. Khoi Tran, discovered an abandoned baby near a dumpster, surrounded by caring orphans. After gently cleaning the child, who was covered in ant bites, he blessed him and allowed the sisters to name him after St. Francis Xavier, embracing the chance to nurture this innocent life.

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Story summary

In the heart of Saigon, a touching scene unfolded as a Catholic priest, Fr. Khoi Tran, discovered an abandoned baby near a dumpster, surrounded by caring orphans. After gently cleaning the child, who was covered in ant bites, he blessed him and allowed the sisters to name him after St. Francis Xavier, embracing the chance to nurture this innocent life.