• The internet has officially found its newest obsession — and no, it’s not a pop star or an influencer. It’s a young priest from London whose TikTok debut has sparked a frenzy that even Fleabag fans would call divine.

LONDON, England (TDR) Father Jordan, a newly appointed vicar at St. Edward the Confessor Church in Romford, probably thought he was just being polite when he introduced himself on TikTok earlier this month. But with a simple “hello” video, he set off a global chorus of admiration, laughter, and a surprising revival of the “Hot Priest” discourse first made famous by Andrew Scott in the hit show Fleabag.

A Wholesome Hello That Went Viral

On August 11, Father Jordan filmed a short selfie-style message inviting parishioners to attend Sunday service. The clip — uploaded to the church’s official account — was meant to be welcoming and friendly. Instead, it quickly racked up more than 2.5 million views and 165,000 likes, transforming a routine parish announcement into one of the year’s most unexpected viral moments.

The comments section was instantly flooded, not with solemn prayers but with cheeky flirtations. “Lead me not into temptation, Father… unless you’re free Friday,” one viewer teased. Another quipped, “Hello Vicar, do you do weddings? Like, as the groom?” A third simply admitted: “I would 100% find God if He looked like this.”

Why People Are Obsessed

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For many, Father Jordan’s TikTok struck a playful chord, reminding them of adolescent crushes on approachable, good-looking authority figures. Catholic school graduates chimed in with knowing nods, admitting that “priest crushes” weren’t as rare as people might think. As one longtime churchgoer reflected, “Having a little crush on a priest wasn’t any stranger than having one on a teacher. We’re still human.”

Part of the frenzy comes down to his appearance — piercing blue eyes, neatly styled facial hair, and what commenters have dubbed “Instagram boyfriend energy.” Combined with a warm smile and easy charisma, it created a cocktail of charm that even the most secular TikTok users couldn’t resist.

The Fleabag Connection

Of course, the comparisons to Andrew Scott’s now-iconic “Hot Priest” character in Fleabag came almost immediately. Fans recalled the bittersweet love story between Scott’s priest and Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s character, complete with longing glances and forbidden attraction. The internet wasted no time dubbing Father Jordan “the real-life sequel,” sparking memes, GIFs, and endless tweets about the return of the Hot Priest era.

One viral comment captured the mood perfectly: “Forget Netflix — I’m watching Mass this Sunday.”

More Than Just Thirst

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Beyond the humor and flirtation, many observers noted something more meaningful underneath the viral craze. While Father Jordan may not have intended to become a TikTok sensation, his video brought thousands of people — some who hadn’t stepped into a church in years — into conversation about faith, community, and connection.

As one commenter put it, “Maybe I won’t find God, but I’ll find some joy for an hour on Sunday.” In a time when institutions struggle to engage younger audiences, the fact that a lighthearted TikTok can spark this kind of attention is striking.

What Comes Next

For now, Father Jordan has not responded publicly to his viral fame. Whether he chooses to lean into the humor or quietly return to his ministry, the internet isn’t letting go anytime soon. Women and men alike are openly grappling with a “modern crisis of faith,” asking themselves if it’s wrong to thirst after a man of the cloth.

The likely answer? Maybe. But are people going to stop? Absolutely not.

Because in the age of TikTok, even something as timeless as Sunday service can become a pop culture moment — all it takes is one handsome priest, a camera, and a little smile.

Is Father Jordan’s viral debut proof that even the holiest traditions can collide with modern thirst culture — or just another reminder that joy comes in unexpected places?

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