Vance has new book coming out on religious faith, conversion to Catholicism
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Vice President Vance has a book about his religious faith and conversion to Catholicism coming out in June.
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Vice President JD Vance has a memoir coming out June 16 titled "Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith," which explores his religious journey and conversion to Catholicism. The book will be published by Harper, a HarperCollins imprint, and marks Vance's first major literary project since taking office. The memoir fits a pattern of public figures using book deals to shape their personal narratives and connect with voters on cultural and spiritual matters. Vance's conversion to Catholicism, which he has discussed publicly in recent years, represents a significant shift from his earlier religious skepticism documented in his 2016 bestseller "Hillbilly Elegy." The book's release comes as religious faith remains a central concern for Republican voters and the Trump administration's base.
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