Charlie Kirk's Memorial - A walk through the day

In this moving episode of Absolute Truth, Kam and Carla Ashabranner take you along with them to the memorial service of Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on September 21, 2025. With over 90,000 people inside and tens of thousands more in overflow at the neighboring arena, the gathering became an unforgettable tapestry of faith, grief, and hope. 

From the moment they arrived—walking into a stadium filled with worship music, patriotic colors, and crowds unified in purpose—Kam and Carla share how every chant, prayer, and speaker echoed more than a political moment. They reflect on Erika Kirk’s powerful act of forgiveness toward the accused shooter as a living reminder of Christ’s teachings on grace and love. 

They recount hearing leaders like President Trump and Vice President JD Vance hailing Kirk as a “martyr for the Christian faith,” as well as voices urging unity, sacrifice, and continuing Kirk’s legacy—not just in conservative politics, but in everyday faith. 

Through their observations and reflections, Kam and Carla invite listeners to consider what faith looks like in moments of loss, to lean into forgiveness and belonging, and to be people who carry hope forward. This episode isn’t just a memorial—it’s a call to live with boldness, love, and truth in the face of sorrow.