Kansas City Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt probably ranks among the most active online members of any NFL ownership family. So when she asks questions, people have answers.
Her question this week concerned Halloween – specifically, whether observant Christians should celebrate it. Taking to her Instagram Story on Monday, she asked this: “Curious what everyone’s perspective on Halloween is. Christian and non-Christian friends — I’d love to hear your thoughts!”
That question included a photo of a Halloween-themed yard sign that her mother set up which said, “Life is scary without Jesus.”
In a follow-up post, Gracie Hunt shared some of the responses she got. It was a wide range of replies, ranging from flat-out refusing on religious grounds to embracing it as “a fun, innocent celebration.”
“My husband and I are Christians. We feel as if passing out candy is okay. No demonic decor,” one response said.
“We shouldn’t participate in celebrating a holiday that glorifies darkness,” wrote another.
“Ain’t no ghost like the Holy Ghost,” a third person wrote.
“Halloween is a fun, innocent celebration. Good Christians everywhere should celebrate it!”
“It’s just a holiday for the kids to dress up to what their little hearts desire and get candy :).”
KANSAS CITY, MO – DECEMBER 08: Gracie Hunt before an NFL game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs on December 8, 2024 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Icon Sportswire/Getty Images
History of Controversy
The controversy over Christians celebrating Halloween stems from the holiday’s mixed origins and the tension between its pagan roots and modern cultural expressions. Halloween traces back to an ancient Celtic festival which was later blended with All Hallows’ Eve, the Christian vigil before All Saints’ Day. Some Christians view Halloween as incompatible with their faith, arguing that its themes of death, witchcraft, and the occult contradict biblical teachings. Churches and faith leaders who take this stance often discourage participation, instead promoting alternatives like “Harvest Festivals” or “Trunk-or-Treat” events to provide family-friendly, faith-based celebrations.
Others within the Christian community, however, see Halloween as a cultural, not spiritual, holiday that can be enjoyed safely and even used as a ministry opportunity. They argue that dressing up, carving pumpkins, and giving out candy can be forms of community engagement rather than endorsements of evil. For many, the focus is on reclaiming the day with positive values—emphasizing light over darkness and neighborly connection over fear. The debate continues each year, reflecting broader conversations about how believers navigate cultural traditions in a modern, secular world.
This story was originally reported by The Spun on Oct 22, 2025, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.