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Lil Rel Howery: A Joke About Being A Pastor

Dec 6, 2025
Lil Rel Howery, a comedian and actor celebrated for his observational humor, shares his hilarious take on aspiring to be a pastor. He discusses his plan to curb cursing and jokingly ponders starting his own church when he strikes it rich. Rel humorously critiques black funerals, where multiple pastors turn a simple service into an over-the-top competition. His playful impersonations of unintelligible preachers and their convoluted sermons add to the laughter, making for a delightful exploration of faith and comedy.
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ANECDOTE

Plans To Become A Pastor

  • Lil Rel Howery says he expects to become a pastor when he gets rich and will stop cursing.
  • He jokes he'll found his own church and give himself a congregation to lead.
INSIGHT

Different Pastor Styles Exist

  • Lil Rel observes there are different types of pastors and church styles to choose from.
  • He highlights how church culture influences how pastors behave and present themselves.
ANECDOTE

Multiple Pastors At Funerals

  • Lil Rel recounts how black funerals often include multiple pastors invited by family members.
  • He describes long ceremonies where visiting pastors subtly criticize the chosen preacher.
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