John C. Delaney, II

John C. Delaney, II serves as executive ecumenical liaison with Alliance Defending Freedom, where he develops key alliances with churches and ecclesial organizations. Since joining ADF in 2012, John has focused on enhancing the ministry’s engagement with churches through fostering strategic relationships with church hierarchy and other influential religious leaders. Also, John speaks at events regarding the topics of religious liberty, the sanctity of life, and marriage and family.

John received a Bachelors in Sacred Theology (STB) from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome, and a Master’s of Business Administration from Benedictine University in Mesa.

John sits on the Board of Directors for the Friends of the Cathedral, a non-profit group dedicated to heightening awareness of the cathedral in Phoenix, as well as the board of Young Catholic Professionals. John currently resides with his wife in Phoenix, Arizona, where they are active members of Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral.