Hoverboards can have negative consequences. They can burn up and make you fall, but as one Filipino priest experienced, they can also get you in deep trouble.
The Diocese of San Pablo, Laguna has punished an unidentified priest for using a hoverboard during Christmas Eve mass. A video that has been shared widely online shows the priest gliding down a church aisle in a rather, um, holy manner? He rode the hoverboard while performing a Christmas song to top off the stunt.
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The righteous hoverboarding was a major no-no in the eyes of the Diocese, according to a statement.
“It is the Church’s highest form of worship," they said. "Consequently, it is not a personal celebration where one can capriciously introduce something to get the attention of the people.”
Consequently, the priest has been suspended indefinitely from the parish.
"The priest said that it was a wake up call for him; he acknowledged that his action was not right and promised that it will not happen again. He will be out of the parish and will spend some time to reflect on this past event. He would like to apologize for what happened."
So, if you're looking for a new hoverboard, keep your eyes peeled — there may be a new one popping up on Craigslist any day now.