Ep 11. Church Hopping

In King of the Hill season 10 episode 11, titled "Church Hopping," the Hill family decides to switch churches after Peggy finds out that Pastor Koutsky has been using their church funds to purchase a luxury car. The episode follows the Hills as they explore different houses of worship in search of the perfect fit, encountering various personalities and denominations along the way.

At the start of the episode, Peggy is determined to confront Pastor Koutsky about his misuse of church funds. However, when she and Hank arrive at the church, they find it closed and locked. As they drive away, Peggy spots the pastor driving a brand new luxury car and realizes where the funds have likely gone. Angry and disillusioned, she convinces the family to seek out a new church.

The Hills' first stop is at a Baptist megachurch, where they are initially wowed by the size and grandeur of the building. However, they quickly discover that the church's congregation is more interested in flashy performances and high-tech gadgetry than heartfelt worship. Peggy is also bothered by the pastor's emphasis on tithing and the church's strict dress code.

Their next stop is a Catholic church, where they are warmly welcomed by the priest. However, Peggy's attempts to get involved in church activities (including a disastrous attempt to teach an art class) are met with indifference and confusion. Bobby is smitten with a girl he meets at the church, but when he tells her he's Protestant, she immediately loses interest.

The Hills then try out a Presbyterian church, where they find a warm and welcoming community. Peggy is especially taken with the church's female pastor, who encourages her to get involved in the church's volunteer work. Meanwhile, Bobby befriends a group of boys who share his love of video games. However, when the church's leaders discover that Peggy and Hank are living together without being married, they are asked to leave the church.

Feeling discouraged, the Hills take a break from church shopping and spend a Sunday morning at home. However, they soon realize how much they miss the sense of community and purpose that comes with regular church attendance. Their final stop is at an African-American church, where they are initially hesitant to attend due to their own racial biases. However, they are quickly won over by the church's lively music and passionate sermons. Peggy also finds a new sense of purpose in the church's outreach programs.

As the episode comes to a close, the Hills reflect on their experiences and the lessons they've learned. Peggy acknowledges that no church is perfect, but that faith and community are still important even in the face of imperfection. Meanwhile, Bobby discovers a newfound appreciation for his own family's Baptist roots.

Overall, "Church Hopping" is a thoughtful and humorous exploration of the different ways that people practice faith and the importance of finding a community that feels like home. Through the Hills' journey, the episode raises important questions about what it means to be a part of a church community and what it takes to truly connect with others in the name of faith.