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While European churches may be world-famous for their historical value and architecture, the ones in America are known for their notoriously clever and hilariously funny church signs.
Much like a store might write up a cheeky message on their sidewalk A-frame to entice people walking by to come inside, churches use humorous church welcome signs to try and draw potential faithful in to fill their pews - or, now and then, just to put a smile on someone's face who might need it. The trendier the creative church sayings, the more likely they are to appeal to young audiences.
Speaking of trends, one of the latest ones happens to be posting pictures of sinfully funny church signs. Though we don't necessarily agree with everything they say, we give them major points for creativity. Check out the best of the ridiculously funny church signs, and see which ones deserve the most 'praise.'
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What is a Good Saying to Put on a Church Sign?
The church signs that you see in front of every church are also known as pylon signs or lightbox signs. Their primary purpose is to inform the congregation or possible new church-goers of the activities that are offered by the church or to invite people to join it.
Since nowadays you have to stand out from the crowd to be noticed even if you’re a church, those lightbox signs, or rather the church signs sayings have become more entertaining and engaging than ever.
That said, there still are some unspoken rules to church welcome signs, and if you ever wondered what a good church sign should say, here are a couple of ideas:
Inspirational Quote. A good motivating and inspiring quote is always a good saying to put on a church sign!
A Lighthearted Joke. Sharing a smile or a laugh is always a pleasant experience, and it reveals the friendly demeanor of a church.
A Tasteful Pun. Oh yes, even churches aren’t immune to the power wielded by cool puns! A well-chosen one-liners church signs can be a powerful tool to invite people in.
A Bible Quote. A meaningful quote from the Bible reflecting on current events is a sure path to the congregation's hearts.
A Creative Church Sign. Mix all of the above or use none of the above and come up with something unexpected and eye-catching!
Of course, chances are slim that you’ll use these pointers to actually create funny church signs, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be curious about it. And, if you see a church that has a sign reflecting on these pointers, you’ll know they have a good sense of humor and a welcoming touch.
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Jennifer .S 8 years ago
I was at a women's christian conference a few months ago, and the theme of the first talk was 'Towers or Tables' and it was really inspiring. It follows the same concept about how if you confine yourself away from others, you can only build up, and that to make your tower bigger you have to build a whole new floor, but to make a table bigger you add a chair. I loved it.
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Christian Oxymoron
Clever Fool 8 years ago
Christianity? This restores my faith in humanity.
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Jessica Nussbaumer 8 years ago
Liliana - no it's not the media... just sounds like you've been going to the right churches!
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Jessica Nussbaumer 8 years ago
Liliana - no it's not the media... just sounds like you've been going to the right churches!
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Melody Lanzatella 8 years ago
Actually, having been raised in a Christian home. I find that a hateful, hypcritical, judgemental Christian is the norm.
Leni 8 years ago
Really depends on what kind of Christian you run into. Hateful christians tend to look for other hateful christians to avoid cognitive dissonance, so growing up in a hateful christian home isn't exactly in your favor when being exposed to loving christians.
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Sofia Bellavista 8 years ago
Which one? There are many kind of Churches, Westboro Baptist being one of the many hateful ones
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Real People 2 years ago
There is nothing like a gay Christian in the Bible!!! You can as well say a "uneducated professor", "A banker that steals", "a white black man", "a Russian soldier that is also an American soldier" etc. The term "Gay Christian" makes no logic sense!!! You have to be out out your mind to put those two words together. e.g. "Fornicating Christian.
Doug Witte 5 years ago
Christian beliefs in the Bible say gay relationships are wrong. Therefore gay Christian IS AN OXYMORON.
Felype Rennan 5 years ago
Like a song by Mauro Henrique says "How can one have God without having Love, if He IS Love"
Marvin Purser 6 years ago
When I accepted the job of Blood Chairman for the city of Eminence, Ky., I posted this message on my church sign every day for a month: "If you can empty a pint, you oughta be able to fill one!" When the day to give came, we got 58 pints, the highest ever for this small town. -Rev. Marvin Purser
Master Markus 8 years ago
HAHAHAHA! I forgot for a moment I was dealing with Christians - a people who never read the Bible they supposedly follow. http://skepticsannotatedbible.com/gay/long.htm
Jason Cooksey 6 years ago
So unscriptural. Yes, a gay Christian is most certainly an oxymoron. A hateful Christian is too, but practicing homosexuality and being a follower of Jesus is not compatible if we believe the clear teaching of Scripture.
JessG 5 years ago
Dude what?!?! A gay Christian is an oxymoron?!?! That's absolutely ridiculous. Seriously, think about that.
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Zachary Benson 7 years ago
Being Gay is an abomination in Gods eyes, God says love the sinner not the sin, if someone tells you your in sin it's out of love that you may become right with God, you dont let your children stick silverware in electrical outlets or play on the highway, do you?
Lillukka79 6 years ago
I didn't know sticking silverware in electrical outlets was a sin. Where in the bible does it say so?
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Harold Junior 7 years ago
The sign is symbolic of the morally bankrupt and spiritually deceived who now embrace behavior completely contrary to God's will and plan for humanity. Romans 1:24-27 "Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves, who exchanged the truth of God for the lie...For this reason God gave them up to vile passions. For even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature. Likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust for one another, men with men committing what is shameful, and receiving in themselves the penalty of their error which was due." The sign is symbolic of the morally bankrupt and spiritually deceived who now embrace behavior completely contrary to God's will and plan for humanity. Romans 1:24-27 "Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves, who exchanged the truth of God for the
Master Markus 8 years ago
So YOU say. I can't imagine that chastity and forcing yourself into a heterosexual relationship leads to happiness. Hell, a bunch of priests can't even keep it in their pants. It would just be better if everyone was allowed to act on the harmless natural urge of being attracted to adults of the same sex. ALSO, there are bisexuals, so maybe someone you know is happily married with children because sexuality isn't a dichotomy for everyone?
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Peri The Nerd 8 years ago
God still says love thy neighbor. I don't see why you or anyone else for that matter has the right to decide other people's lives/lifestyles.
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What Should a Church Sign Say?
Looking at these ridiculously funny church signs, you might be starting to wonder whether it’s really what a lightbox in front of such an institution should be saying. While these creative signs are undoubtedly funny, ideally, they should be informational and send the overall message the church wants to communicate. So, a good church sign might consist of this information:
- Service Information. A sign disclosing the times of services.
- Inspirational messages. An inspirational quote to strengthen your faith.
- Upcoming Events. Every church holds public events, and a pylon sign is the perfect place to communicate about them.
- Community Outreach. A creative church sign inviting people to volunteer for good causes.
- Seasonal Messages. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas or a Happy Easter!
- Encouragement. An encouraging message might just make someone’s day a bit better.
That said, these pointers aren’t rules governed by law; not at all! And every church has a right to choose the sayings they put on their lightboxes - be it a scripture quote, a warm welcome message, or funny church signs to give you a smile! And if you feel a soft spot for these awesome Christian memes from church welcome signs, keep on scrolling through our collection.
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Texting While Driving
Master Markus 8 years ago
Please don't be an a*****e and honk at signs. The horn is there for getting other people's attention.
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The Preferences Of God
Krystine Patterson 8 years ago
Best.Sign.Ever. Someone should make this into a sign and wave it in front of the vile Westboro Baptist Church members.
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Love Everyone
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Christian Puns
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Christian Puns
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Smoking Hot
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Neeraj Jha 8 years ago
Respectively, it should have been: A sheep, a drum, and a snake. #BaaDumTss
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Dissing The President
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Once A Year
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Undocumented Refugee
earringnut 8 years ago
can we just take a minute to talk about how there is a liberal baptist church?
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Recipe For Holy Water
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Noah The Brave
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Aim For Perfection
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Having Trouble Sleeping?
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Disturbing Lack Of Faith
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A Sign From God
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Don't You Dare
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Google Doesn't Know It All
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Jennifer .S 8 years ago
There was one in my town that said 'If you think life's a party, wait till you die!'
Alex (TheSarcasticSister) 8 years ago
Really wish I snapped a photo of one that I saw that said 'Kneeling gives you good standing.'
Susan Forbes 8 years ago
Wish I'd gotten a picture of the sign I saw that had the quote "Behold, I come quickly." Yes, I am 8
Allie Orona 8 years ago
Near my home, one says "Life is cray cray, Jesus is the way way", and used to say "Jesus is my Prozac". There are some pretty funny ones!
Peter Maxwell 3 years ago
These are hilarious! Just goes to show the creativity of Churches and are really adaptive of the times! I grew up attending services in a lovely church that was actually one of the best churches near me that I was aware of. Now that we've relocated, I sought for a church with similar principles and foundations and discovered https://lhhouston.church/! May God continue to bless this church, and I hope to return sometime soon!
Marcia Cash 4 years ago
just a cartoon in the New Yorker, but relevant: Devil leading a guy past the fiery pit says "This is too good for you. We are sending you to telemarketing."
Paulette DiPiazza 8 years ago
Jesus being an undocumented immigrant isn't so. Joseph and Mary went to Bethlehem to register for the first census ever.
Paulette DiPiazza 8 years ago
Jesus wasn't an undocumented immigrant. Joseph and Mary went to Bethlehem to register for the first census, ever
Mark Erickson 8 years ago
A few of them seem to hint how "unchristian" and "gay-hating" it is to oppose gay marriage. But they're not telling us how out of hand nowadays is the Gaystapo. GayScoutOath.jpg 
David Cobb 8 years ago
I used to be the sign guy at my church. The sign was to be " THIS SUNDAY " on the top line. The sermon title on the middle line and the preacher's name underneath. One monday I stopped by to change the sign. I stood back to proofread it. Middle line "GOD'S HOLY PROPHET" Bottom line "JOHN DOW". or "This Sunday God's holy prophet, John Dow." I asked Brother Dow if he could check the sign with me, We changed the bottom line to "BY JOHN DOW". (Name changed to protect the innocent, or guilty, Whatever)
Melissa Champine 7 years ago
As many as there are diff peoples views on religion
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Stephanie C 8 years ago
Sorry to say but Picture #19, 22, 33, 36, 42, and 49 are clearly photo-shopped by internet Trolls not the Church's doings.. Try posting real things that the church does, not some made up B******t!
endelbendel 8 years ago
Creative confrontative and funny. These break a common taboo. Plenty of example of this sort of rule-breaking. Then, do it and they stomp you.
Jenny van Mazijk 8 years ago
I love the European church architecture, but I miss the oneliners that make you think or just laugh. Number 7 is my personal favorite.
Jennifer .S 8 years ago
There was one in my town that said 'If you think life's a party, wait till you die!'
Alex (TheSarcasticSister) 8 years ago
Really wish I snapped a photo of one that I saw that said 'Kneeling gives you good standing.'
Susan Forbes 8 years ago
Wish I'd gotten a picture of the sign I saw that had the quote "Behold, I come quickly." Yes, I am 8
Allie Orona 8 years ago
Near my home, one says "Life is cray cray, Jesus is the way way", and used to say "Jesus is my Prozac". There are some pretty funny ones!
Peter Maxwell 3 years ago
These are hilarious! Just goes to show the creativity of Churches and are really adaptive of the times! I grew up attending services in a lovely church that was actually one of the best churches near me that I was aware of. Now that we've relocated, I sought for a church with similar principles and foundations and discovered https://lhhouston.church/! May God continue to bless this church, and I hope to return sometime soon!
Marcia Cash 4 years ago
just a cartoon in the New Yorker, but relevant: Devil leading a guy past the fiery pit says "This is too good for you. We are sending you to telemarketing."
Paulette DiPiazza 8 years ago
Jesus being an undocumented immigrant isn't so. Joseph and Mary went to Bethlehem to register for the first census ever.
Paulette DiPiazza 8 years ago
Jesus wasn't an undocumented immigrant. Joseph and Mary went to Bethlehem to register for the first census, ever
Mark Erickson 8 years ago
A few of them seem to hint how "unchristian" and "gay-hating" it is to oppose gay marriage. But they're not telling us how out of hand nowadays is the Gaystapo. GayScoutOath.jpg
David Cobb 8 years ago
I used to be the sign guy at my church. The sign was to be " THIS SUNDAY " on the top line. The sermon title on the middle line and the preacher's name underneath. One monday I stopped by to change the sign. I stood back to proofread it. Middle line "GOD'S HOLY PROPHET" Bottom line "JOHN DOW". or "This Sunday God's holy prophet, John Dow." I asked Brother Dow if he could check the sign with me, We changed the bottom line to "BY JOHN DOW". (Name changed to protect the innocent, or guilty, Whatever)
Melissa Champine 7 years ago
As many as there are diff peoples views on religion
Load More Replies... Stephanie C 8 years ago
Sorry to say but Picture #19, 22, 33, 36, 42, and 49 are clearly photo-shopped by internet Trolls not the Church's doings.. Try posting real things that the church does, not some made up B******t!
endelbendel 8 years ago
Creative confrontative and funny. These break a common taboo. Plenty of example of this sort of rule-breaking. Then, do it and they stomp you.
Jenny van Mazijk 8 years ago
I love the European church architecture, but I miss the oneliners that make you think or just laugh. Number 7 is my personal favorite.
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