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Tepeyac Leadership proudly congratulates Ambassador Brian Burch on his recent confirmation by the United States Senate as U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See. This appointment is not only a personal achievement for Ambassador Burch but a significant milestone for Catholic lay leadership in public life.
Brian Burch’s commitment to advancing the role of faithful Catholics in civil society is well known. As the co-founder and former president of CatholicVote, Burch has long stood at the intersection of faith and civic engagement, championing the essential role of lay Catholics in shaping the moral and cultural landscape of the nation. His appointment as ambassador is a testament to the growing recognition of the importance of authentically Catholic voices in diplomacy and public service.
In 2023, Tepeyac Leadership honored Brian Burch with the St. Juan Diego Leadership for the World Award, recognizing his exemplary witness as a lay Catholic leader influencing the world through the lens of the Gospel. That honor now feels prophetic. In presenting him with the award, TLI highlighted Burch’s courage in defending the faith in the public square and his strategic leadership in mobilizing Catholics to participate meaningfully in the democratic process.
His new role at the Vatican is particularly fitting. As the Holy See continues its vital diplomatic mission on the world stage, the United States now sends an ambassador whose life and work have been defined by a deep fidelity to the Church and a tireless defense of human dignity, religious freedom, and the common good.
Burch’s confirmation comes at a time when the global Church is navigating complex geopolitical challenges. His experience, clarity of conviction, and understanding of both the American Church and political landscape make him uniquely qualified to serve as a bridge between the Vatican and the United States.
At Tepeyac Leadership, we form lay Catholic professionals to become civic leaders for the Church and the world. Brian Burch’s trajectory—from national leader of Catholic civic engagement to Vatican ambassador—is a shining example of the kind of impact lay Catholics can and must have in shaping the world around them.
We celebrate this historic appointment and offer our prayers for Ambassador Burch as he begins this new chapter of service. May his time at the Holy See be marked by fruitful collaboration, moral clarity, and a continued commitment to advancing the dignity of the human person in every arena.
Congratulations, Ambassador Burch—your leadership continues to inspire the next generation of Catholic professionals.
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