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                   "that they may all be one, as you, Father, are in me and I
            in you, that they also may be in us, that the world may believe that
            you sent me." ~ John 17:21

            2024: The Gathering of God's People: Our Call to Holiness

                   In 2007, Keith committed his entire heart to following
            Jesus and carry the cross. He understood that this was a lifelong
            journey, with the possibility of never witnessing the results of his
            dedication. God promised Keith there would be a clear sign of His
            presence the day He calls together the faithful from the East to the
            West to spread the gospel. When Keith realized the five signs from
            God matching the five symbolic images from Bishop Kevin W.
            Vann's coat of arms, it was evident that His presence was
            unmistakable, assuring Keith that he is on the right path and not
            alone. This was a powerful confirmation God's hand was guiding
            him every step of the way … toward the promise to Keith that our
            heavenly Father would use him to restore the truth to all nations.
            This is the start of a great movement that will transform the hearts
            of all people and build up the kingdom of God.

                   Today, in Vietnam, we are witnessing God's act of opening
            the door to gather the faithful, calling God’s people to holiness.
            President Thuong of Vietnam, who took office in March 2023, has
            expressed his government's respect for the freedom of belief and
            religion of the people. President Thuong and Cardinal Parolin have
            signed a historic agreement to allow a representative of the Pope to
            live in Vietnam and establish an office there. This is the first time
            such an arrangement has been made since the end of the Vietnam
            War in 1975. On December 23, 2023, Pope Francis appointed
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