Peter Laws found faith in the most unexpected place—horror. Raised with skepticism toward Christianity, he discovered that his love for horror films, ghost stories, and the paranormal led him to ask deeper spiritual questions. Years later, he would go on to create Creepy Cove Community Church, an online church experience for horror fans and the spiritually curious.
A Church That Embraces the Shadows
Traditional Christian communities often shy away from themes of darkness, fear, and the supernatural. Horror, for many, is seen as incompatible with faith. But for Peter and many others, horror stories are not about glorifying fear—they are a way to process it. Stories of ghosts, monsters, and the unknown help people explore life’s biggest questions: What happens after death? Is there something beyond what we can see?
Creepy Cove embraces these questions. Set in a fictional, horror-movie-inspired fishing town, the online church offers a space where people who love the spooky and supernatural can engage with faith in a way that feels natural to them. The services include sermons, eerie hymns, and an open invitation to explore spirituality without pressure or judgment.
Digital Church for the Spiritually Curious
Many people today identify as spiritual but not religious. They may be open to faith but hesitant to engage with traditional church structures. Peter’s experience shows that online communities can be just as real and meaningful as in-person ones. His podcast, Patreon community, and virtual church services offer connection and support to people across the world—many of whom have felt excluded from conventional Christianity.
Rather than asking people to change who they are to fit into church culture, Creepy Cove meets them where they are. It affirms that curiosity, questioning, and even fear can be part of a healthy spiritual journey.
Celebrating the “Weird” in Worship
The lesson of Creepy Cove is clear: there is no one “right” way to explore faith. Whether it’s through horror, art, nature, or other unique interests, people connect with God in many different ways. Instead of dismissing what seems unconventional, the church has an opportunity to embrace the diverse ways people experience spirituality.
For those who have ever felt that their passions don’t belong in church, Peter Laws offers a different message: Celebrate your weirdness. It’s a gift—not just for you, but for the world.
Further Exploration
For those interested in exploring spirituality in unconventional ways, here are some resources:
Fresh Expressions UK – Digital Church
Fresh Expressions UK – Alternative Worship
Peter Laws’ Website & Creepy Cove Community
Creepy Cove is proof that faith can be found in unexpected places—even in the dark.
