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Actor John Corbett Talks Christian Faith, New Role as Reverend (Video)

From the studios that brought you 'War Room' and 'Miracles From Heaven' comes 'All Saints,' in theaters August 25.
From the studios that brought you "War Room" and "Miracles From Heaven" comes "All Saints," in theaters August 25. | (Photo: Instagram)

"Sex and the City" actor John Corbett plays a reverend in the newly released film "All Saints," and his time on screen as a man of the cloth has the actor opening up about his own personal faith.

In a recent interview, Corbett said that he went to Catholic school as a child.

"I went to Catholic school for 12 years and I was an altar boy for about seven of those years," Corbett told Fox News. "I spent a lot of time behind the scenes in churches.

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"I [was] used to hanging out with priests and going out to dinner [with them]. I used to smoke cigarettes with my priest, Father Brown," he recollected.

The popular actor admitted that he attempted to become a born-again Christian in the 80s, but would soon return to his Catholic roots.

"I have a strong belief in God," Corbett continued. "I flew here from Los Angeles yesterday and I think I said three to four prayers before I got on the plane for my eternal soul if something happens on the plane."

"Nothing says I love you Jesus more than gospel music and mashed potaters," the "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" star stated while describing himself as a "gospel and brunch kind of guy."

Corbett admitted feeling prepared for his role in "All Saints" because of his past.

"This was just like being an altar boy again. I knew where everything was," he said.

"All Saints" hits theaters nationwide on Friday and is based on an inspiring true story that took place in 2008, involving a reverend who helped a group of impoverished Southeast Asian (Burmese) refugees make their home in the United States. In turn, they helped him save his small church.

The 56-year-old also shared that he does not like labeling the movie "faith-based."

"This is not a preachy story. This is just a true story about something that happened where a community got together and showed some refugees some love," he explained. "It's not a faith-based movie, it's a good old-fashioned true story."

For more information on "All Saints" the film, visit the website.

Follow Jeannie Law on Twitter: @jlawcp

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