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Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula surprised viewers with an impromptu musical performance on a Catholic TV program, showcasing their unique approach to religious outreach.
A video of two Brazilian nuns has rapidly spread across the internet after they delivered an unexpected beatboxing and dance performance during a Catholic television appearance.
Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula,who belong to the “Copiosa Redenção” congregation,were guests on BrazilS Pai Eterno – Eternal Father – TV channel to discuss a vocational retreat. The conversation shifted gears when they introduced a song about being called to the religious life.
The sisters then spontaneously launched into a performance that included singing, beatboxing, and choreographed dance moves. Deacon giovani Bastos,the show’s presenter,joined in,mirroring Sister de Paula’s dance steps. The clip of their performance has as garnered millions of views both in Brazil and internationally.
Sisters use Music to Connect With Youth
“That moment was very spontaneous… it was very simple, spontaneous and simultaneously occurring very surprising to see that it went viral.”
“That moment was very spontaneous, because with Sister Marisa, if you start a beat, she will dance. And I’m used to singing, to beatboxing, so for us it was very simple, spontaneous and simultaneously occurring very surprising to see that it went viral even outside Brazil,” saeid Sister Marizele Cassiano, the beatboxing nun, in an interview with The Associated Press.
The Sisters dedicate their work to supporting young people facing challenges with drug addiction, and they have found music to be a especially effective tool in reaching those in need.
“Beatboxing, dancing, and the songs itself, are tools that God uses to reach the hearts of the people we work with. And it works! It’s stunning to see,” Sister Marizele Cassiano explained.
While Sister Marisa does not have an Instagram account, Sister Marizele’s follower count has exceeded 100,000 since the beatboxing video went viral.
In addition to their outreach work, the sisters are also involved in vocation promotion, organizing retreats for women who are considering a religious vocation.
Anya Schmidt is a freelance journalist covering religion and culture. She has a passion for highlighting unique stories of faith and community engagement.
