Posted on Monday, September 15, 2025
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by Alexa Astuto
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FRANKLIN, TENN. – SEPT 14, 2025 — In a powerful display of faith, unity, and love, an estimated 3,000+ community members (WKRN) gathered yesterday evening in the historic Franklin town square to honor the life of Charlie Kirk. The crowd—made up of young men, women, children, and seniors—stood shoulder to shoulder for a two-hour vigil marked by prayer, song, and heartfelt tributes.
What emerged was not a political rally, but a resounding affirmation of shared humanity and divine connection. As one speaker declared to the crowd, “There is no left. There is no right. Only God.”
Many reflected that the tragedy, while heartbreaking, represents a turning point for our country—a call to return to God and to the foundational values that leaders like Kirk championed through Turning Point USA, his non-profit organization founded in 2012. Their mission remains: to identify, educate, train, and organize students to promote the principles of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government.
Prayers for All, Including the Shooter
The vigil reflected not only mourning but also forgiveness and compassion. Attendees prayed for Kirk’s widow, Erika, and their two young children, who now face life without a father. They also lifted prayers for the shooter, echoing the belief that “we are all children of God, and we all deserve prayer.”
This spirit of mercy underscored the evening’s message: that love and faith are stronger than hatred or division.
Neighbors passed out free water bottles under the warm Tennessee sky. Groups held hands in prayer circles, strangers embraced, and angelic voices rose in song, sending chills through the square, weaving together the voices of a community united in grief yet uplifted by grace.
Those in attendance described the atmosphere as one of overwhelming love—“a beautiful ceremony that would make anyone grateful to be not only alive, but American.”
A Night of Unity
For two hours, Franklin’s town square became more than a gathering place—it became a sanctuary of remembrance, healing, and hope. The tribute embodied values of faith, family, and country, reminding all present of the unifying power of prayer.
As the night drew to a close, the crowd dispersed quietly, carrying with them the spirit of compassion that marked the evening—a testament to the enduring belief that even in tragedy, God’s love prevails.
A Turning Point for The Nation
Many reflected that the tragedy, while heartbreaking, represents a turning point for our country—a call to return to God and to the foundational values that leaders like Kirk championed through Turning Point USA.
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