President Donald Trump issued a statement on Pentecost Sunday, honoring “one of the most sacred events of the Christian faith.”
“Today, I join in prayer with Christians joyfully celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost—one of the most sacred events of the Christian faith,” the presidential message read. “We commemorate the fulfillment of Jesus Christ’s earthly mission and the birth of His holy and living Church.”
The message described Pentecost as the descent of the Holy Spirit empowering the Apostles. The statement quoted Acts 2:38, which reads, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”
“Equipped with the courage, clarity, and grace of Almighty God, in the years that followed, the Apostles went on to withstand tremendous danger to bring hearts, minds, and souls to the Christian faith—marking the beginning of the Church, against which even the evils of hell shall not prevail,” Trump added. “More than 2,000 years later, the Holy Spirit continues to descend upon all those who proclaim Christ’s name—enabling them to spread The Gospel.”
Trump noted that his administration “will always defend the right of every American to worship God freely and without fear,” drawing upon the creation of the White House Faith Office and the White House Religious Liberty Commission.
“As we celebrate the miracle of Pentecost and birth of Christ’s Church, we pray that the Holy Spirit fills our Nation and her people with abundant grace—bringing us peace, protection, and God’s presence,” the message declared.
Trump similarly recognized Christianity on Easter Sunday as a commitment to embrace the Christian faith. His post on Truth Social read, “Melania and I would like to wish everyone a very Happy Easter! Whether you are heading out to Church or, watching Service from home, may this day be full of Peace and Joy for all who celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. HE IS RISEN!!”
