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Acknowledgments

Pope Francis: I thank the Pope for appreciating my devoted
sentiments, remembering me in his prayer, invoking God’s
blessings of joy and peace in my family, and sharing, “With every
good wish, I am.”

Bishop Brian Nunes: I thank Bishop Brian for his incredible
support. He generously extended his time and wisdom, meeting me
for lunch and responding to my emails over the course of three
years. His kind spirit and compassionate nature gave me a safe
space to discuss many topics, including BFG. Bishop Brian's
encouragement and steadfast faith in me have been invaluable,
and I deeply appreciate his patience and willingness to listen
attentively. I am thankful for his contributions, which have left an
indelible impression on me.

Fr. John Tran: I want to thank Fr. John for helping me connect with
Dr. Michael Downey at St. John’s Seminary. When he learned that I
was in a public speaking organization, I was stunned that he
decided to join me. A few days prior, I made a request to God for a
priest to join the organization, and miraculously, my wish was
granted. His feedback was particularly impactful when he
commented that I spoke with great conviction. Today, his comment
continues to resonate with me whenever I prepare to speak
publicly.

Fr. Vang Tran: I discussed my BFG handbook with Fr. Vang over a
decade ago and am blessed by our longstanding friendship. He has
shown confidence in my vision and introduced me to the