In this episode of To Be the Church, Tyler and Andrew are joined by Pastor Jon, the lead pastor of NGC Battle Ground) to process a heavy week. They discuss the reported assassination of Charlie Kirk, how our five churches addressed it on Sunday, and why so many people returned to church in the aftermath. Jon shares about facing evil “far and near” in Battle Ground, and the pastors reflect on the cultural and spiritual impact of the moment.

They also answer a listener question: How can Christians connect biblically with spouses and community when divisive issues surface—especially around someone like Charlie Kirk, whose public witness was both influential and controversial?

The conversation covers mourning with moral clarity, slowing down to seek truth beyond soundbites, using theological triage in relationships, and seizing gospel opportunities when culture is shaken.

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