Two nuns from became internet stars after a fun and spontaneous performance on a Catholic TV show. Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula, members of the “Copiosa Redeno” congregation, were appearing on Brazil’s Pai Eterno (Eternal Father) TV channel to talk about a retreat for young women interested in becoming nuns.

They mentioned a song related to religious life during the program. The sisters got up and started to dance, beatbox, and sing. Sister Marisa’s dancing moves were imitated by Deacon Giovani Bastos, the TV host, who also joined in. Millions of people throughout Brazil and the world have since watched their upbeat performance.

“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 at the same time very surprising to see that it went viral even outside Brazil,” Sister Marizele told The Associated Press.

MUSIC AS A MESSAGE OF HOPE

In addition to being entertainers, Sisters Marisa and Marizele have a strong commitment to assisting young people, particularly those who are battling drug addiction. They claim that a significant part of their mission is music.

“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 beautiful to see,” Sister Marizele shared.

Their upbeat approach has obviously won over many hearts. Sister Marizele has a huge social media following, despite the fact that Sister Marisa does not have an Instagram account. Since the viral video, she has gained over 100,000 followers.

The sisters also work as vocation promoters, organising retreats for women interested in pursuing a religious career.

The Sisters are committed to helping young people who are battling drug addiction. They claim that music has been a powerful tool to help those in need.