Overview

• Vice President J.D. Vance met with Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Archbishop Paul Gallagher at the Apostolic Palace on April 19, 2025.
• Discussions focused on international conflicts, humanitarian crises, and reaffirming commitments to religious freedom and cooperation with the US Catholic Church.
• The Vatican described the talks as 'heartfelt,' with particular attention given to issues concerning migrants, refugees, and prisoners.
• No meeting with Pope Francis occurred as he continues to recover from a severe lung infection; his health remains a limiting factor for engagements.
• Vance, a Catholic convert, attended Good Friday liturgy at St. Peter's Basilica with his family, underscoring personal ties to the Church.