Rabbi Alper agreed, saying that the apparent anomaly of a rabbi winning a Catholic-sponsored contest shows that all faiths share an appreciation for humor.

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Scheel said the humor in Catholic memes helps remind Catholics that, despite the scandals in the Church, they can be joyful and lighthearted about their faith.

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Scheel said the humor in Catholic memes helps remind Catholics that, despite the scandals in the Church, they can be joyful and lighthearted about their faith.

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