I've often wondered why sport and cinema and TV are fun and religion isn't. I wouldn't presume to criticize the fun merchants. I just want to know why they have the corner on the market. Clearly fun pays. Clearly fun sells.
People love to have fun.
But we seem to have it in our heads that religion to be meaningful should be serious, thoughtful and dignified. To be fair, there is some humor to be found in church activity. On Sunday, a special collection will be taken to defray the expenses of the new carpet. All those wishing to do something on the new carpet, come forward and get a piece of paper. A bean supper will be held on Saturday evening in the church basement.