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Welcome to church, Generation Z.

The 3rd-century Christian martyr Tertullian said, “The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the church.” That’s been demonstrated in spades following the horrific assassination of Charlie Kirk on September 10.

Churches and parachurch ministries, both Catholic and Protestant, have reported a marked increase in attendance. Numerous social media videos have gone viral with individuals from all walks of life coming back to church or attending for the first time. Call it the “ Charlie Kirk effect .”

When Kirk started Turning Point USA (TPUSA) at age 18, he wanted to reach the younger generation by primarily speaking to them on economic issues — the importance of lower taxes, good trade policy, and reducing government debt.

As Charlie grew old

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