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Charlie Kirk and His Surprising Sentiments Toward the Catholic Church, by Mark Haas – Brown Pelican Society of Lousiana

Charlie Kirk and His Surprising Sentiments Toward the Catholic Church, by Mark Haas

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Charlie Kirk-and-the-catholic-faith. Photo by Erika Kirk

By Mark Haas, Crisis Magazine, Sept. 12, 2025

Mark Haas is a Catholic composer and speaker. He serves as the Director of Music at Ave Maria Parish in Ave Maria, FL. Mark lives in Ave Maria with his wife and their seven original compositions. Visit his website at www.markhaasmusic.com.

There is a lot of evidence that Charlie Kirk was leading his family towards the Catholic Church; not least of all, his public call to venerate the Mother of God.

The news of Charlie Kirk’s murder has had a shocking impact in the world of faith and politics. Known widely as a conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, Kirk often appeared in the public eye as a firebrand commentator, someone eager to spar in debates over politics, culture, and the future of America. Yet, beneath the sharp-edged persona, there was another side to Kirk that deserves careful reflection: his surprising sympathy for the Catholic Church and his willingness—uncommon among evangelicals—to speak with respect about its ancient treasures of faith.

Veneration of Mary

One of the most striking examples of this came when Kirk addressed the question of Mary. He began with a frank admission: “Let me first say I think we as Protestants and evangelicals under venerate Mary. She was very important. She was a vessel for our Lord and Savior.” ….