Talk about art coming to life…

A squirrel got loose in during a church service in Alabama Sunday morning, bringing to mind the 1984 song “The Mississippi Squirrel Revival” which tells the story of a rogue animal bringing religion to a congregation.

No jumping pews in this case, though...

The modern-day incident was captured on video shared on the Facebook page of Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church.

“Let me share with you many years ago Ray Stevens sang a song entitled “Mississippi Squirrel Revival,” when a squirrel went berserk in the First Self Righteous church in the sleepy little town of Pascagoula,” VHUMC senior pastor Bill Brunson said from the pulpit to those in the congregation as well as people watching online. “Just so you know the scream you heard is because a squirrel came through our stained glass window…and has entered the balcony and is encouraging our members to get a little more spiritual than usual.

“I like that we’re now trying to trap it with an offering plate,” Brunson joked as a shriek can be heard in the background.

Brunson then appealed to the congregation before opting to move on with the service.

“If you have any squirrel capturing skills, if that’s your spiritual gift, move to the balcony and assist in the hunt,” he said before continuing with services.

No word on what happened to the squirrel but the church has gotten in on the fun with its Facebook video.

Vestavia squirrel revival! If you need a good laugh then click play! In case you missed it today, we had a furry friend join our balcony attendees during our 11:00 am traditional service. Luckily, some of the adventure was captured on our live stream as Bill got to explain to the rest of the congregation what exactly was going on. #squirrelintheofferingplate Posted by Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 27, 2019

The Lord does work in mysterious ways…