President Trump is making history with an unprecedented celebration of Holy Week at the White House. The administration launched a bold series of Christian events honoring Easter, featuring prayer services, scripture readings, and a strong defense of religious freedom. This marks a dramatic shift from previous leadership some conservatives accused of attacking Christian values.
The newly created White House Faith Office organized daily events starting with Trump’s Palm Sunday proclamation declaring Jesus “the living Son of God.” On Wednesday, a special Easter dinner will host pastors and hymns from the Marine Corps Band. Thursday’s staff worship service includes communion led by Rev. Franklin Graham and other prominent faith leaders.
Rev. Graham praised the initiative, calling it a “powerful contrast” to last year’s Biden administration decision to recognize Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter Sunday. “This White House finally respects what millions of Christian patriots believe,” Graham told CBN News. “They’re putting God back where He belongs – at the center of American life.”
The week’s events highlight Trump’s promise to protect Christianity in public spaces. His proclamation vows to defend faith in schools, hospitals, and the military while banning anti-Christian bias in government. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt declared: “We’re ending the war on Christian values that plagued this nation.”
Wednesday’s “pre-Easter dinner” will feature Christian opera singer Charles Billingsley and prayers for national renewal. A Liberty University choir leads Thursday’s worship service honoring Christ’s final hours. Trump personally approved every detail to ensure events reflect traditional Easter observances unlike recent years.
The administration emphasizes Easter’s spiritual meaning over secular traditions. “The tomb is empty and light beats darkness,” Trump’s message declares, directly quoting scripture. This focus on Christ’s resurrection comes after what conservatives called Biden’s “insulting” 2024 decision prioritizing transgender activism over Easter.
Franklin Graham called the White House events “a miracle for faithful Americans.” He noted: “Finally, we have a president not ashamed to say ‘He is risen!’” The week culminates in Sunday services where Trump will praise Christian contributions to America’s strength and global leadership.
This bold celebration fulfills Trump’s campaign promise to millions of Christian voters. By restoring Easter’s sacred meaning and confronting past administrations’ policies, the White House signals deep commitment to defending America’s Judeo-Christian heritage against what supporters call “radical secular attacks.”
