Brian Burch

Brian Francis Burch II (born July 7, 1975) is an American diplomat and Catholic activist serving as the 13th United States ambassador to the Holy See since 2025. He was the president of CatholicVote.org from its founding in 2008 to June 2025.

Early life and education Burch has a background in Catholic advocacy and political engagement. He received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Dallas in 1997.

Burch also serves as the president of the Seton Montessori School board in Villa Park, Illinois. Burch's confirmation was delayed for several months due to Senator Brian Schatz's "blanket hold" on Trump appointments; Burch was confirmed to the position following a party-line vote on August 2. After being sworn in on August 23, he was received by Edgar Peña Parra on September 3 and Pope Leo XIV on September 13; he presented a birthday cake to the Pope with his letter of credence.

Personal life Burch lives in Lombard, Illinois, with his wife, Sara, and their nine children.