Pastors Hope Kirk’s Faith Is Catalyst 'to Return America to a People of Godly Values'
Memorials and vigils held in Nashville honor Charlie Kirk's commitment to free speech and faith; local groups pledge to advance his activism despite political tensions.
- Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated, leading to widespread mourning and calls for continued political engagement.
- Kirk’s assassination followed ongoing threats due to his faith and outspoken conservative views, which he faced without resorting to violence.
- Supporters and pastors emphasized Kirk's strong Christian faith, his message of Jesus’ salvation, and his ability to connect with younger generations.
- Kirk said, "Jesus saved my life," calling his decision to follow Christ the most important he ever made, and pastors voiced hope his life inspires renewed commitment.
- His death prompted calls to uphold respectful dialogue, political activism, and faith-based values as part of his enduring legacy.
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Pastors hope Kirk’s faith is catalyst 'to return America to a people of Godly values' - American Press
By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square In addition to expressing profound sorrow for the loss of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, pastors say they hope his death and life, marked by speaking what they said was the truth in love, will serve as a catalyst to return America “to a people of Godly values” and encourage believers “to fight for the future of our nation as he did.” Houston-based Pastor Steve Riggle, who leads the U.S. Pastor Co…
Teen Opinion: Ode to a Hero – California Globe
As I sit here writing out my thoughts, I’m experiencing a lot of emotion as I’m well aware so many of you are. Wednesday September 10th, 2025 Mr. Charlie Kirk, a great man, a courageous man, a son, a husband, a father and a friend was murdered by a cowardly assassin. Our nation has been in a moral decline culminating in the assassination of Mr. Charlie Kirk. We cannot let his death go without first honoring the way he lived and he did live life …

Pastors hope Kirk’s faith is catalyst 'to return America to a people of Godly values'
(The Center Square) – In addition to expressing profound sorrow for the loss of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, pastors say they hope his death and life, marked by speaking what they said was the truth in love, will…
Turning Point USA (TPUSA) released this Friday a moving video in tribute to the life and work of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The images reflect his faith, his leadership and the movement he built from his foundation when he was only 18. Read more]]>
Turning Point - First Things
The editors discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the rise of political violence in America. Rusty Reno joins Julia Yost. The conversation is embedded below. For your long-term convenience, follow us on SoundCloud or subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Image by Gage Skidmore, licensed via Creative Commons. Image cropped. The post Turning Point appeared first on First Things.
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