Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping‑Pong Emporium

Located on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward, Church—as locals affectionately call it—is a bar like no other. Created in 2010 by artist and former divinity student Grant Henry (aka Sister Louisa), it turns religious iconography into playful pop art that toes the line between satire and sincerity. Step inside and you'll find ping‑pong tables flanked by nativity lawn ornaments, walls plastered with faux-religious pop art, velvet portraits of Jesus, and cheeky neon signs like “Fuck Fear.” Wednesday nights feature church‑organ‑backed karaoke, complete with choir robes and live accompaniment—a glorious mashup of sacred ceremony and party energy. Beyond the theatrics, Church is unapologetically inclusive and queer‑affirming. Its environment is intentionally weird—Grant Henry envisioned a place where "people feel comfortable being here because it's more fucked up than they are." It’s a paradoxical haven that welcomes everyone, with LGBTQ+ patrons often finding solace and solidarity beneath its playful cross‑draped walls. The community aspect is strong too—Sunday nights bring Vicki Powell’s “Sunday Service” queer dance sessions, and the overall vibe is that of a warm, judgment-free zone where cocktails flow alongside self-expression and communal worship of all things delightful and absurd . In essence, Church isn’t just a bar—it's an interactive, emotional experience. It invites you to reflect, laugh, play ping‑pong, sing until your lungs ache, and perhaps, question whether you're in hallowed halls or just having way too much fun.