At the 2025 National Catholic Prayer Breakfast on Friday, U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivered a significant address, drawing attention to the ongoing persecution of Christians, with a particular focus on the situation in Nigeria.
Vance shared the inspiring story of Nigerian priests who, despite facing significant threats, continue to protect and lead their congregations in the face of grave challenges.
Vance also reaffirmed the commitment of the Donald Trump administration to defending religious freedom on a global scale, emphasising that the U.S. would continue to stand with persecuted communities around the world.
Vance said:
“One of the most important parts of President Trump’s policy, and where I think President Trump’s policy is most in accord with Christian social teaching and with the Catholic faith, is that more than any president of my lifetime, President Trump has pursued a path of peace.
“And we very often, I think, ignore the way in which our foreign policy is either an instrument or an impediment to people all over the world being able to practice their faith.
“And we know — and as, of course, I learned in this breakfast last year — I believe there were some Nigerian priests who were being persecuted and were trying to protect their flock despite incredible persecution.
“We know that some of the biggest groups that are persecuted all over the world today are Christians, and the Trump administration promises you that whether it’s here at home with our own citizens or all over the world, we will be the biggest defenders of religious liberty and the rights of conscience.
“And I think those policies will fall to the benefit of Catholics in particular all over the world.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>
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