Profile
Name:
Charlie Kirk
American speaker, author, and founder of Turning Point USA; a tireless advocate for free speech, civic engagement, and the promise of the American experiment.
Charlie dedicated his public life to encouraging young Americans to think boldly about faith, freedom, and responsibility. He inspired thousands to stand up, participate, and serve their communities with conviction.
Prayer: For Charlie and his family
Lord, receive Your servant Charlie and comfort Erika, their family, and all who mourn. Give us the courage to speak truth with charity, to love our neighbors, and to heal our land. Amen.
Occupation
Founder & CEO: Turning Point USA
Broadcaster & Author: Host of nationally syndicated programs, writer, and frequent campus speaker.
Focus: Free expression, constitutional liberties, civic education, and the dignity of every person.
Incident
September 10, 2025 — Orem, Utah. While addressing students and guests at Utah Valley University, Charlie Kirk was struck by a single shot and later died of his wounds. Authorities say the shot came from a nearby building, with early reports indicating a shooter positioned on or near a rooftop overlooking the venue. Utah’s governor called the killing a political assassination. As of this writing, investigators continue to pursue the perpetrator and review evidence.
Please keep Erika and the entire Kirk family in your prayers. We invite you to share your prayers and condolences below for Charlie’s loved ones and the many young people he inspired.
Prayers & Messages
From: Christ is King — broken 💔
2025-09-11
God has you back home now , Charlie. We've got it from here.
We miss you. Our hearts are broken 💔
From: Nobody — Lord Jesus
2025-09-11
We pray in your name, the name above all names: Lord Jesus
We are so grateful for the blessing you gave to us in this fallen world, through the Spirit of Truth, that so powerfully spoke through this young courageous man, Charlie Kirk
We pray with the power of your precious shed blood, the Blood of God, we pray Lord Jesus over Charlies’s family and we know you can bring glory and grace from the darkest of events and tragedies …. We pray for the protection of Donald Trump and we pray that FAITH will grow in the USA in the wake of this evil act …. Amen
From: Samantha — pray for peace and love
2025-09-11
Let Charlie’s death not divide us further, but unite us in prayer, humility, and love for one another.
From: Melanie — Stop the violence
2025-09-11
Lord, heal the bitterness in our country that led to this violence. Replace anger with compassion, and hatred with love.
From: Steven — In Charlie’s memory
2025-09-11
Father, bring peace where there is strife, hope where there is despair, and faith where there is fear. Bless our nation in Charlie’s memory.
From: Katie — Hear my prayer
2025-09-11
Lord, we mourn the tragic taking of Charlie’s life. Let his sacrifice awaken us to seek truth without violence and courage without hatred. Amen.
From: Sandy — Unity
2025-09-11
God of mercy, may Charlie’s loss remind us of the need to end hatred. Help us choose debate over violence, unity over division. Amen.
From: Lou — Hope and Healing
2025-09-11
Heavenly Father, strengthen Charlie’s loved ones in this time of grief. May Your presence bring them hope and healing.
From: Steve — Prayer
2025-09-11
Lord, receive Charlie Kirk into Your eternal rest. Grant him peace and surround his family with comfort. Amen.
From: John Coates — Prayer for Charlie Kirk
2025-09-11
May the grace of God, the love of Jesus, and the peace of the Holy Spirit be with you and your family forever.
