Susan Sparks | Preacher, Comedian, Author, Speaker

Sarah’s Purse

I always knew it would be a great day when Sarah Goodson walked through the doors of our church carrying her big purse. Raised during the Depression on … Read More

Empowerment Hope Self care

All You Need is Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake

How do you hold on to hope in the midst of despair? To answer that question, you can read the seven trillion self-help books on Amazon, or you … Read More

Gratitude Hope Judgment and Forgiveness Kindness Laughter Self care

(This piece was also featured as a nationally syndicated column with Gannett Media) I thought we all needed a reminder that joy can be found in all circumstances. You simply have to follow … Read More

Justice Kindness

We’re in the Same Boat Brother

Multiple tragedies have struck in the recent weeks, including the death of Tyre Nichols, mass shootings, and the continued bombing of Ukraine. This message is dedicated to finding … Read More

Hope joy Kindness Religion and Spirituality

A Place Called Grace

This column was also featured as a chapter in my book, “Miracle on 31st Street: Christmas Cheer Every Day of the Year — Grinch to Gratitude in 26 Days!” Some days, I just have an inordinate need for “grace.” And by “grace,” I mean the … Read More

Susan SparksPreacher/Lawyer/Standup Comedian

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“Laughter, like music, is a universal language.
And Susan Sparks speaks this language like no other.”

–Naomi Judd, Multi-platinum Country Music Artist, Best Selling Author and Actress

“Imagine a combination of Reba McIntyre and Jodie Foster … in a pulpit (or on a stage). Add a wicked sense of humor and you have Susan Sparks.”

–Jen Haupt, Author and Award-winning Journalist

“An incredible pair of boots, a motorcycle, a wicked sense of humor and a heart that warms you like a huge southern-style breakfast. That’s my pastor Rev. Susan Sparks!”

–Tamron Hall, broadcast journalist and host of the ABC talkshow “Tamron Hall”

My Latest Columns

Sarah’s Purse

All You Need is Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS OF JOY

We’re in the Same Boat Brother

A Place Called Grace

Hope. Healing. Humor.

Start Your Journey

Speaking and Comedy →

VIDEOS →

Books and Devotionals →

 “Laughter, like music, is a universal language. And Susan Sparks speaks this language like no other.”

–Naomi Judd, Multi-platinum Country Music Artist, Best Selling Author and Actress

 “Imagine a combination of Reba McIntyre and Jodie Foster … in a pulpit (or on a stage). Add a wicked sense of humor and you have Susan Sparks.”

–Jen Haupt, Author and Award-winning Journalist

 “An incredible pair of boots, a motorcycle, a wicked sense of humor and a heart that warms you like a huge southern-style breakfast. That’s my pastor Rev. Susan Sparks!”

–Tamron Hall, broadcast journalist and host of the ABC talkshow “Tamron Hall”

My Latest Columns

Sarah’s Purse

All You Need is Love, a Tiara, and a Cupcake

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS OF JOY

We’re in the Same Boat Brother

A Place Called Grace

“Laughter, like music, is a universal language.
And Susan Sparks speaks this language like no other.”

“Imagine a combination of Reba McIntyre and Jodie Foster … in a pulpit (or on a stage). Add a wicked sense of humor and you have Susan Sparks.”

“An incredible pair of boots, a motorcycle, a wicked sense of humor and a heart that warms you like a huge southern-style breakfast. That’s my pastor Rev. Susan Sparks!”