On the market sidewalk, sellers ready their goods for buyers to purchase to take home and care for their families. Care and love for families are deeply rooted in Vietnam. To sacrifice for children in their upbringing or honor fathers and mothers … [Read more...]

Motorbikes and motorcycles abound in Saigon. One of the latest statistics shows there are over 8 million motorbikes in the city, and Vietnamese love their modes of transportation. There are many reasons why people love--even worship their … [Read more...]

Found in a small green area, this altar is set up for people who may desire shade and rest from the sun but are left empty because only the One True God can give rest and relief. Pray that Jehovah God will be found to those seeking help. God is … [Read more...]

Baskets filled with fruits and other food items are a wonderful gift for the lunar new year. During the days of the lunar new year, it is customary to visit a good number of family and friends. As Vietnamese believers visit and share with … [Read more...]

Dressing up in a special ao dai (traditional dress) and taking photos with blooming hoa mai flower trees (apricot) in the south of Vietnam is a loved tradition for families and friends. Gathering for several days, a week or more to eat, rest, and … [Read more...]

Personalized decorations are painted on envelopes that will contain money for the lunar new year, as well as pre-printed ones. Lixi are envelopes Vietnamese give to friends, family and acquaintances at the lunar new year that contain lucky money. … [Read more...]

In the days approaching the lunar new year, Vietnamese enjoy decorations of red and gold for luck and good wishes. The words imprinted on the gold coin decorations --vạn sự như ý – has the meaning: hope everything is as good as you … [Read more...]

Amazing Vietnamese artists can be found streetside offering their skills and creativity for lunar new year presents to take back home to family. Creativity comes from God because He is the Creator. Gifts and abilities are unique to each of us, and … [Read more...]

Thoughts of heading to hometowns in the countryside are already on the minds of Vietnamese in the city to visit and celebrate the lunar new year with family. In a city of 10 million plus people, the familiar and slow pace of hometown is a comfort … [Read more...]

Sitting on the railing of a bridge along the Saigon River fishing as the high tide brings in opportunities of fish up the river from the coast, this fisherman sits patiently and readily for a catch. The New Testament tells us stories of how Jesus … [Read more...]