# Sensual Religious Calendars ‘Tantalizing Priests 2009' is Endorsed by the Vatican By Cowbag | Published 2008-12-12 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tantalising-priests-vatican-endorsed-sexy-calendars References: [nerve](http://www.nerve.com/CS/blogs/scanner/archive/2008/12/03/sexy-priest-the-2009-calendar-from-the-vatican.aspx) This is so wrong, it is right; in fact, although this product is apparently available, I have a feeling that it is a big fat spoof. Why? I am talking about the “Vatican-endorsed” *Tantalizing Priests’ 2009* calendar, which features 12 [sexy priests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-stories) to guide you through the year. What also adds to my spoof suspicion is that all the images that have been released thus far are ridiculously homoerotic. Certainly not a traditional gift for the [Catholic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiked-holy-water-seltzer) in your life! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Religious Sensuality:** Opportunity to explore the market of religious products that challenge traditional notions of modesty and sensuality. - **Controversial Endorsements:** Opportunity to explore unique and unconventional endorsements for products and services. - **Humorous Satire:** Opportunity to create humorous satirical content that challenges cultural and religious norms. ### Who This Affects Most - **Religious Goods:** Opportunity to develop religious goods that appeal to a younger and more contemporary audience. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity to develop unique marketing strategies that challenge the status quo and generate buzz. - **Media and Entertainment:** Opportunity to create controversial and satirical content that challenges cultural and religious norms for the purpose of entertainment and social commentary. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Religious Mascot Official Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luce.md) - [Romantic Couples Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wevibe-advent-calendars.md) - [Naughty Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesels-xxxmas.md) - [Demure Dartboard Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jo-malone-london-advent-calendar-2025.md) - [Hot Sauce Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-sauce-advent-calendar.md) - [Artist-Designed Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venchi-x-anna-higgie-prestige-advent-calendar.md) - [Alternative Advent Calendar Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haribo-christmas-mishap-bingo.md) - [Cozy Comedy Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gilmore-girls-advent-calendar.md) - [Hard Iced Tea Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/25-days-of-twistmas.md)