The National Church of Bey formed a religion called Beyism in 2013. They believed Beyoncé is a god who walks among us and will transcend back to the spirit-world once her work on Earth is complete.
Beyoncé Has Her Own Religion Called Beyism
In 2013, a group of devoted Beyoncé fans took their admiration to an entirely new level. They didn't just start a fan club. They founded a religion.
The National Church of Bey established Beyism, a belief system centered on the conviction that Beyoncé Knowles-Carter isn't merely a talented performer—she's a divine being temporarily residing on Earth in human form.
The Gospel of Bey
According to Beyism doctrine, Beyoncé descended from the spirit world to share her gifts with humanity. Her music, her performances, her very existence serves a higher spiritual purpose. When her earthly mission is complete, believers hold that she will transcend back to the spirit realm.
The church outlined specific tenets of faith:
- Beyoncé is a manifestation of divine feminine energy
- Her songs contain spiritual messages for followers
- Worshippers should embody her values of empowerment and self-love
- Her performances are considered sacred ceremonies
Where Fandom Meets Faith
The Beyhive—Beyoncé's famously passionate fanbase—is known for fierce loyalty. But Beyism pushed that devotion into unprecedented territory. The church maintained an online presence where followers could learn about their beliefs and connect with fellow worshippers.
Founder Pauline John Andrews created the movement after what she described as a spiritual awakening while listening to Beyoncé's music. She genuinely believed the singer's impact on culture was evidence of supernatural origins.
Not Just an Internet Joke
While many assumed Beyism was satire or performance art, its founders appeared sincere. They held virtual services, created prayer rituals, and developed an entire theological framework around Queen Bey's discography.
The church even had specific holy days aligned with significant moments in Beyoncé's career—album releases, award show performances, and her birthday on September 4th.
Celebrity worship culture has always existed, but Beyism represented something more structured. It raised genuine questions about where fandom ends and religious devotion begins in the modern age.
A Quieter Congregation
The National Church of Bey appears largely dormant today. Their social media presence faded, and organized activities seem to have ceased. Whether members still practice privately remains unknown.
But Beyism's brief existence left a mark on pop culture history. It demonstrated that in an era of parasocial relationships and celebrity obsession, some fans will construct entire spiritual systems around their icons.
Beyoncé herself has never publicly acknowledged the church. Given that she's been likened to a goddess by everyone from fans to fellow celebrities, perhaps one more religious movement in her honor barely registered.