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Touchdown Jesus Statue Hit By Lightning and Catches Fire (Video)

Yesterday in Monroe, Ohio,  a 62 foot tall statue known as “Touchdown Jesus” was hit by lightning and was set ablaze.

The statue, located at the Solid Rock Church, is officially named “The King of Kings,” but was given the nickname due to the position of the arms that resemble a touchdown call from a referee in football.  The damage to the statue, as well as nearby parts of the church, was terrible.  But officials say that they will resurrect the statue, and repair the rest as well.

Watch video and pictures of the Touchdown Jesus statue below:

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Kevin Brackett

Kevin Brackett is a professional film and theatre critic. He is also a member of the St. Louis Film Critics Association (SLFCA). Since founding Review St. Louis in 2008, he remains editor and operator of the online publication. Kevin is also a co-host of the Reel Spoilers podcast, and former National Vice President of the Technology Student Association (TSA), comprised of over 200,000 members worldwide. E-mail: kevin [at] reviewstl.com.

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