by Anugrah Kumar, Christian Today
The stadium funeral for Christian conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated last Wednesday at the age of 31, has been scheduled as federal agents continue their investigation with the cooperation of a trans-identified roommate of the alleged killer.
Kirk’s funeral will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Sunday, September 21. A website created in his memory, fightforcharlie.com, says doors will open at 8 a.m., with the program beginning at 11 a.m.
“Charlie Kirk’s life was a testament to faith, courage, and conviction,” the website reads. “From his earliest days, he believed America was worth fighting for, and he dedicated every moment of his 31 years to that cause. He lived with eyes fixed on eternity, grounded in the truth of God’s Word, and driven by a calling bigger than himself.”
Kirk was shot in the neck during a student debate at Utah Valley University. He died later that day at a hospital in Orem, Utah. Kirk had been touring campuses with his “Prove Me Wrong” speaking series, which drew both large crowds and protests.
Kirk’s body was flown back to Arizona last Thursday by Air Force Two, a call sign for the aircraft carrying the vice president of the United States. Turning Point USA, the organization Kirk co-founded in 2012, confirmed the funeral plans.
Erika Kirk, his widow, delivered an emotional livestream on Friday night, vowing to continue the mission her husband started.
Law enforcement believes suspect 22-year-old Tyler Robinson fired a single round from a distance of 200 yards while perched on a building. Authorities were alerted after 12:30 p.m. when students fled in panic.
Robinson was arrested after a 33-hour manhunt and has been charged with aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily harm and obstruction of justice. He is being held without bail.
Utah’s Republican Gov. Spencer Cox stated during an appearance on ABC News’ “This Week” on Sunday that Robinson lived with a romantic partner undergoing a gender transition, saying he is “indeed a boyfriend who — who is transitioning from — from male to female.”
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