It It Holy to Be Funny? | Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress and Fr. Gregory Pine

August 6, 2026

The Forgotten Christian Virtue of Wit

Can Christians be funny? In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Gregory Pine and Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress explore the role of humor in the Christian life. Drawing on St. Thomas Aquinas to explain why wit is a genuine virtue, they discuss how laughter builds communion, relieves tension, reveals truth, and helps us avoid taking ourselves too seriously, while also examining the dangers of humor that becomes cruel or excessive.

This conversation offers a thoughtful Catholic perspective on joy, friendship, virtue, and the importance of delight in everyday life.