Sister Louisa's Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium is a bar and performance space in 📝Atlanta, GA, created by Grant Henry in 2010. Known locally as “Church,” it gained recognition for parodying religious culture through décor, art, and themed activities. Henry, a former divinity student and artist, first developed the “Sister Louisa” persona in the 1990s to present satirical religious pop art, which later shaped the bar’s identity. The venue distinguishes itself with features such as church organ karaoke, ping-pong tables, choir robes, and walls filled with irreverent artwork. It intentionally excludes televisions and internet access to encourage live social interaction, with patrons often referred to as “parishioners.” Located in the Old Fourth Ward near the Martin Luther King Jr. Center, the establishment quickly became a fixture of Atlanta nightlife and cultural expression. Its popularity led to a second location in Athens, Georgia, in 2014. Today, it continues to function as both a bar and a creative community hub, combining humor, art, and performance to foster inclusive gatherings.
The first time I went was on a date—she brought me—and I remember the pews and choir robes upstairs for karaoke. The art struck me as both divisive and delightful, perfectly balancing provocation with 📝play.