Everyone loves a laugh, but when it comes to religion, most people don’t think about cracking jokes. Heading to church on a weekend isn’t like going to see a stand-up comedian or a comedy at the movies. It’s an opportunity to celebrate life and God with fellow believers while also taking some wisdom from the message delivered by the pastor. Church is about connecting with the person above and strengthening your faith. Humor might not be at the forefront of your mind when church or religion is mentioned, but these funny church signs prove that people of faith actually have a sense of humor.
Trying to appeal to young people and show that church isn’t just full of oldies signing ancient psalms, many churches are using humor as a way to increase their congregation. One of the easiest ways this is being achieved is through funny church signs.
As you have no doubt noticed when driving past a church, they often have large custom church signs that feature a bible verse or some words of wisdom. This signage is also used to advertise upcoming events the church is holding or when the next time of worship is. The best versions of these signs contain funny quips or jokes that might surprise you and cause you to think of the church in a different light.
These outdoor signs often reference pop culture or make funny puns or wisecracks that will give you a giggle as you drive past. None of these church signs cross the line and are all done in good taste. We have collected some of the most hilarious church signs seen across America for you to enjoy below.
1. Hipster Jesus
Who knew Jesus was a hipster?
2. Jesus Had Two Dads
Proving that not every church is homophobic, this tremendous sign states that Jesus had two sons and turned out ok, inferring that same-sex relationships are just fine. We couldn’t agree more.
3. Highway To Hell or Stairway To Heaven?
It appears that there are more people going to hell than heaven if you believe what this funny church sign is preaching.
4. Sun Safety
This church sign also acts as a reminder to be sun smart during the warmer months.
5. Try Missionary
This is a very clever and slightly risque sign from the First Lutheran Church. Asking the question, “are you bored?” the church suggests trying missionary. It will have you doing a double take until you realize it’s not talking about the sex position but becoming a church missionary.
6. I Kissed a Girl
The opposite of the second sign on this list, this outdoor church sign uses Katy Perry lyrics to suggest being homosexual will send you straight to hell. Although funny, it’s not a message we agree with it, as people should be able to be with whoever they want.
7. Apple Terms and Conditions
Nobody ever reads the term and conditions, although it might have been helpful if Adam and Eve had done so.
8. Go Cubs
When football is life.
9. Short But Sweet
It might not give a lot of information but you get the general gist of this custom church sign.
10. Tables Not Fences
Jesus is all about sharing and caring.
11. Words of Advice
This church sign offers a few nuggets of advice, most notably, don’t be a dick. It’s not that hard (pun intended).
12. God’s Book or Facebook?
We get the feeling more people are checking out Facebook than the bible.
13. Enough Already
Outdoor church signs have to be quality signs as they deal with all types of weather. This sign is asking people to stop praying for the snow as it’s getting too much.
14. You Can Keep It
Someone stole the air conditioner from Clays Mill Road Baptist Church, but instead of getting angry, the church is just reminding the offender they’ll probably need the AC where they are going.
15. Jesus Enters You
Lighted signs are great for churches that want to get their message across at any time of the day or night. We just hope there is consent when it comes to this sign.
16. It’s Getting Hot in Here
Just a reminder that hell is much hotter than anywhere else on earth.
17. Santa Is Satan
This custom sign is nice and direct. The Baptist religious organization certainly isn’t a fan of the big bearded guy.
18. Safety Warning
Not every sign or church banner is preaching the good word. This one acts as a safety warning not to text and drive, otherwise, you might be meeting God sooner than you imagined.
19. No Hate in God’s House
Church signs can also act as community signs. This one is from the Wantagh Memorial Congregational Church and suggests that the almighty prefers kind people that don’t believe over those who do but spread hate. Hard to disagree.
20. Heinz
At first glance, this looks like a business sign, but it is in fact a church sign created to look like the label of a bottle of Heinz sauce. Full of puns, this sign is erected outside of the church building and is a creative way to advertise the word of God.
21. Be the People Our Dogs Think We Are
This is sound advice featured on this new sign from the Presbyterian Church.
22. Fruits Over Nuts
I think we can all agree with the message being presented by this religious institution.
23. We Noah a Guy
This sign is puntastic!
24. Dad Joke
The First Baptist Church in America is all about the dad joke.
25. Beyonce Sleighs
Trying to relate to the kids with a Beyonce joke. Not sure if it will work as it’s a pretty bad pun.
26. Never Got the Chants
Another funny dad joke, this time from Westfield Congregational Church.
27. Jesus Did It Before Arnie
Another sign you can’t really argue with.
28. Easter Comes Once a Year
This is why you don’t let the intern make the signs.