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At the Charlie Kirk Memorial

Charlie Kirk’s shocking assassination happened on the day of our September luncheon. We cried and prayed, and later when I learned of the memorial service, I knew I wanted to be there.

And so, on Saturday, I made the long drive to a very hot and humid Phoenix for Charlie’s memorial the next day. The advisory was to get to State Farm Stadium early and be prepared for heightened security check-in procedures.

We parked a mile from the Stadium and got into line at 3am, finally making it inside 5 ½ hours later. People were instructed to wear red, white, and blue, and most proudly did. The long wait time was filled with the singing of religious and patriotic songs, and repeatedly, our National Anthem. I was particularly struck by the number of boys and young men, from 10 to 30, who wore suits and ties, and often MAGA hats, in Charlie’s honor. He was their guy, and they showed up to honor the good he brought into their lives.

Most of you probably watched the live coverage, so you know how it all unfolded. It was an unabashedly Christian service, and Erika Kirk’s forgiveness of her husband’s assassin was stunning. I don’t think there was a dry eye in the room, and the crowd applauded and stood in awe of her. It’s not often that President Trump is upstaged, but on that day, in that place, a graceful young widow won our hearts. Let us pray for the healing of hers. Thankful that I got to attend this amazing memorial service.

Janet Demetriou

SMRWF Americanism Chair