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Acknowledgments

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 president
of the #1 Vietnamese newspaper (Người Việt) in America, who
published my article on their front cover. I was deeply touched and
surprised by their article supporting the vision God instilled in my
heart. I appreciate the love and support that both Fr. Vang and the
newspaper have shown me.

Dr. Michael Downey,
Special thanks to Dr. Downey, a distinguished professor of
theology and spirituality who has taught at universities and
seminaries across North America and internationally. He is the
recipient of three honorary doctorates and was honored with the
Cross Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice by Pope John Paul II. I had the
privilege of meeting with Dr. Downey at a local coffee shop to
discuss my work after he reviewed my initial manuscript. His
positive feedback and encouragement to share the book with a
global audience—particularly in China—renewed my sense of
purpose and deepened my confidence. That conversation not only
strengthened my faith but also ignited a passion to pursue God’s
calling in completing the BFG Handbook. Recognizing its
significance, Dr. Downey generously dedicated his time to editing
the BFG Handbook.