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reached out to Archbishop Sylvain, who, inspired by their
conversation, agreed to join him in his mission. A few months later,
Archbishop Sylvain became the co-author of the BFG Handbook,
fulfilling a promise Keith believed was divinely guided.

Together, they undertook a comprehensive revision of the
first edition, incorporating relevant Bible scriptures to deepen its
impact. This collaborative effort led to the publication of a second
edition, which featured detailed commentaries for each chapter.
This new edition aimed to provide readers with deeper insights and
a richer understanding of the text, furthering Keith’s mission to
restore the truth.

During this period of divine intervention, Keith found
himself questioning, "Why me?" The answer came from his father,
Tam Hoang, who reminded him of their family’s deep faith in God
and shared stories of their ancestors' sacrifices. Keith learned that
his paternal great-great-grandfather, Hoang Lenh Thu, died a
martyr for the faith in North Vietnam. Following his martyrdom,
Keith’s maternal great-grandfather, Nguyen Huy Riem, and great-
grandmother, Nguyen Thi Riem, built Phuong Duc Catholic Church
in Nam Dinh, North Vietnam. Keith’s paternal grandparents, Hoàng
Van Mao (Ông Chánh Mao) and Nguyễn Thì Ty (Ba Van) dedicated
their lives to serving the poor and ensuring that the deceased
received proper burials. Keith’s father also played a significant role
in restoring Phuong Duc Catholic Church in North Vietnam and Chi
Hoa Catholic Church in South Vietnam.

After discovering his family’s profound faith and their
significant sacrifices for the Church, Keith felt a deep sense of