VP Vance Releasing Book on Catholic Faith Journey

The memoir 'Communion' will detail Vance's conversion to Catholicism in 2019.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:34pm

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A softly focused, abstract photograph in shades of amber and ochre, depicting a contemplative scene of a person reading or praying, conveying a sense of quiet introspection.Vice President Vance's new memoir 'Communion' explores his personal spiritual journey and return to the Catholic faith.Cincinnati Today

Ten years after the release of his bestselling memoir 'Hillbilly Elegy', Vice President JD Vance is set to publish a new book titled 'Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith'. The book will chronicle Vance's personal journey and conversion to Catholicism, which he underwent in 2019 at a church in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Why it matters

Vance's religious beliefs and how they have shaped his political views have been a subject of ongoing interest and debate since he took office as Vice President. This new memoir provides an opportunity for Vance to share the full story of his faith journey and how it has influenced his worldview.

The details

In 'Communion', Vance will detail his upbringing in a Christian household and his later exploration of different denominations before ultimately converting to Catholicism at St. Gertrude Priory church in Cincinnati in 2019. The book is set to be released on June 16, 2026.

  • Vance wrote about his father's Christian beliefs and their influence on his own religion in his 2016 memoir 'Hillbilly Elegy'.
  • Vance converted to Catholicism at St. Gertrude Priory church in Cincinnati in 2019.
  • 'Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith' is set to be released on June 16, 2026.

The players

JD Vance

The Vice President of the United States, who is set to release a new memoir titled 'Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith' about his conversion to Catholicism in 2019.

St. Gertrude Priory

The church in Cincinnati, Ohio where Vance converted to Catholicism in 2019.

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What they’re saying

“I've been writing this book for a long time, and I'm honored to finally be able to share the full story with you all. Communion is about my personal journey and how I found my way back to faith.”

— JD Vance, Vice President

What’s next

Vance's new memoir 'Communion' will be available for pre-order starting today, ahead of its official release on June 16, 2026.

The takeaway

Vance's personal faith journey and his conversion to Catholicism have been a significant part of his public persona and political identity. This new memoir provides an opportunity for him to share the full story of how his religious beliefs have evolved and influenced his worldview.