Church of Barry the Blue Sheep

The Church of Barry the Blue Sheep is polytheistic pagan religion that worships sheep based idols. The religion was founded in Terroja, the capital city of Montroig. The religion is heavily centered around Barry the Blue sheep, the religion's martyr. Barry was found in the forests outside Terroja and brought home as a loving pet. Finding a sheep in the wilderness was significant as mob spawns on the server were very rare. Sadly, after a bandit raid Barry was killed. A monument and crypt were built to honor Barry in the city of Terroja. Weeks later it was discovered the crypt was empty and it was determined Barry had risen from the grave. After this and other significant events the Church of Barry was formed. The religion focuses around performing specific rituals to appease sheep based idols.

History
In mid March 2021 the original Barry was found in the forests outside the city of Terroja. He was quickly brought back and given a home outside the walls of the city. The sheep was dyed blue and given the name 'Barry the Blue Sheep'. Weeks later bandits raided the city of Terroja and Barry was killed. Many mourned his death and players Arcadian_Sheep and CoColaxxative built a monument to honor him. Barry was replaced with Barry II. Barry II was killed by an unknown assailant and once again his death was mourned. Barry II was then replaced with Barry III. After this Player Fernas_ built a church to honor Barry near the original monument. Next to the church a crypt was built where the original Barry's bones were stored. Despite the construction of the Church no formal religion was established yet. On April 28th 2021 players CoColaxxative, DimitrisDuchos and Agapitikos witnessed a miracle. On the citadel of Terroja the players were visited by 3 holy sheep. The sheep asked several cryptic questions which the players were unable to answer. An anvil then descended from the sky and was struck by lightening catching it on fire. The anvil miraculously continued to burn for several days after. Those who saw Barry as a martyr took this as a sign that they the gods were communicating with them and a religion must be formed. Several days later it was discovered the crypt of Barry was now empty. It was determined that at some point Barry had risen from the grave and his spirit had occupied the body of each new sheep named Barry. Worshipers took this as further proof that they should worship sheep.

On 5/9/21 the first ecumenical council was held to formalize doctrine for the Church of Barry. Member Arcadian_Sheep was voted in as high oracle.

On May 10th 2021 Oracle Arcadian_Sheep along with allies of other sheep worshiping faiths began a holy war against followers of pig based religions. Both sides met at spawn to taunt each other. It was eventually decided that one champion from each side would fight in a pitched battle at Walmart to decide the superior faith. Player Obsidianman fought for the sheep and player Darzivor fought for the pigs. Two battles were fought where Darzivor won both. After the battle peace and harmony between the two sides was declared. Darzivor (leader of the pig faction) and Arcadian_Sheep (leader of the sheep faction) exchanged gifts and pledged friendship.

After construction on the cathedral of Barry was finished the first mass was held inside on 5/15/21. As the mass occurred worshipers were granted special status effects such as floating and slow fall. All were awestruck as this was a clear blessing from Berry and the sheep gods. To prove their devotion all present climbed to the roof of the cathedral and jumped as a leap of faith being promised Barry would save them. The Oracle's words were true and all safely floated down without harm.

Mr. Zimbel already the head mason was appointed the new high priest by Oracle Arcadian_Sheep.

Church Doctrine

 * Acolytes of the Church are forbidden from harming or shearing sheep. Members are forbidden to use wool that is not anointed by the church.
 * Those who wish to become new members must be baptized and struck in the presence of the holy anvil.
 * During church meetings members are required to wear formal Barry garb. Which consists of blue wool on their head and blue boots.
 * The hierarchy of the church:
 * The church is lead by the Oracle of Barry who interprets miracles, leads worship and decides matters of faith.
 * The High Priest is appointed by the Oracle. The high priest has similar powers to the Oracle and acts on important decisions when the Oracle is away.
 * The Head Mason is in charge of all church construction projects.