Bishop Ruggieri has issued the following statement:
It is with genuine sorrow that I address the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. May he rest in eternal peace. I extend an invitation to all to pray for his wife and their children, asking the Lord to surround them with His consolation and love. This tragedy speaks loudly to us that even in the midst of political and ideological differences, we are called to recognize the sacredness of every human life. Violence can never be the answer. As followers of Christ, as men and women of good will, and as human beings, let us renew our commitment to reverence for life, to prayer for peace, and to building a culture of truth where every person is treated with dignity and respect.
