Catholic Church
kSource: TV PAI ETERNIO / x
We’re all well aware of the impact that the Hip-Hop culture has had worldwide and the positive vibes it brings when properly implemented, but we don’t think we’ve ever seen nuns use Hip-Hop to spread the word of the Lord during a sermon, until now.
According to TMZ, two Brazilian nuns decided to take things up a notch during a routine sermon on a live Catholic TV segment and not only did they perform an impromptu beatbox session, but even did a little dance number that left their viewers entertained and probably a bit confused. Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula of the Copiosa Redenção congregation in Brazil performed the surprising “cipher” during the live broadcast with Sr. de Paula showcasing some impressive beatboxing skills. Sr. Cassiano did her own one-two step with the deacon happily joining in.
Per TMZ:
The vibes were immaculate — even host Deacon Giovani Bastos couldn’t resist. He jumped in, matching Sister Marisa’s slick moves, and before you knew it, they were all in full holy groove mode.
TBH, it’s a breath of fresh air, especially from an institution that’s usually seen as out of touch with modern culture. However, the sisters have since made it clear this is all about beats with a purpose — ’cause music’s a powerful way to reach struggling young people.
Young people are beatboxing out in Brazil in 2025 and no one told us?! Young people in America don’t even do that anymore.
While we surely enjoyed the small segment you already know there’s going to be people out there condemning them for having a little fun in trying to appeal to a younger generation. More than likely MAGA “purists.”
Check out the beatboxing and “break dancing” nuns below, and let us know if you think Sister Marissa got some skills in the comments section.
https://www.tmz.com/watch/beatboxing-nuns-05-28-2025
HipHopWired Featured Video
kSource: TV PAI ETERNIO / x
We’re all well aware of the impact that the Hip-Hop culture has had worldwide and the positive vibes it brings when properly implemented, but we don’t think we’ve ever seen nuns use Hip-Hop to spread the word of the Lord during a sermon, until now.
According to TMZ, two Brazilian nuns decided to take things up a notch during a routine sermon on a live Catholic TV segment and not only did they perform an impromptu beatbox session, but even did a little dance number that left their viewers entertained and probably a bit confused. Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula of the Copiosa Redenção congregation in Brazil performed the surprising “cipher” during the live broadcast with Sr. de Paula showcasing some impressive beatboxing skills. Sr. Cassiano did her own one-two step with the deacon happily joining in.
Per TMZ:
The vibes were immaculate — even host Deacon Giovani Bastos couldn’t resist. He jumped in, matching Sister Marisa’s slick moves, and before you knew it, they were all in full holy groove mode.
TBH, it’s a breath of fresh air, especially from an institution that’s usually seen as out of touch with modern culture. However, the sisters have since made it clear this is all about beats with a purpose — ’cause music’s a powerful way to reach struggling young people.
Young people are beatboxing out in Brazil in 2025 and no one told us?! Young people in America don’t even do that anymore.
While we surely enjoyed the small segment you already know there’s going to be people out there condemning them for having a little fun in trying to appeal to a younger generation. More than likely MAGA “purists.”
Check out the beatboxing and “break dancing” nuns below, and let us know if you think Sister Marissa got some skills in the comments section.
https://www.tmz.com/watch/beatboxing-nuns-05-28-2025
HipHopWired Featured Video
HipHopWired Featured Video
CLOSE
Pope Leo XIV was announced as the head of the Catholic Church on Thursday, becoming the first American pope in history. According to a genealogist, Pope Leo XIV has African-Creole roots, inspiring many on social media to claim the church leader as Black.
As reported by Black Catholic Messenger, Pope Leo XIV, formerly Robert Prevost of Chicago, has a connection to New Orleans via his maternal grandparents, who lived in the famed city before moving north to Chicago. Genealogist and expert on Creole history Jari Honora traced the pope’s roots to New Orleans. According to Census data, the pope’s mother, Mildred Martinez, was the mixed-race daughter of Joseph Martinez, who was born in Haiti, and Louise Baquié, a Creole who hailed from New Orleans.
The pope, raised in Chicago’s South Side neighborhood, joined the Augustinian order after being ordained in 1982. He earned a canon law doctorate degree at the Angelicum in Rome, ahead of working for more than a decade in Peru and overseeing an Augustinian seminary there.
The pope already owns the distinction of being the first American named as the pope, and would be considered the first Black pope in history, although it isn’t known if he claims his Creole roots or if he identifies as Black.
“It’s more complicated than that,” Honora said to Black Catholic Messenger. “I think that a person can be of Black ancestry or have Black roots, but to identify as Black, I think, is all about the lived experience.”
Honora was one of several genealogists and researchers who made the connection to Pope Leo XIV’s Creole ancestry, prompting notable chatter online. Many were already celebrating the pope’s ascension, and for being from Chicago, leading to hilarious and excitable reactions across social media.
The pope is part of a religious order named after the African saint, Augustine of Hippo. Leo XIV’s predecessor, Pope Francis, passed away on April 21 at the age of 88.
On X, reactions to the news that Pope Leo XIV has Creole roots have spread far and wide. We’ve got those reactions below.
—
Photo: SOPA Images / Getty
HipHopWired Featured Video
CLOSE
Pope Leo XIV was announced as the head of the Catholic Church on Thursday, becoming the first American pope in history. According to a genealogist, Pope Leo XIV has African-Creole roots, inspiring many on social media to claim the church leader as Black.
As reported by Black Catholic Messenger, Pope Leo XIV, formerly Robert Prevost of Chicago, has a connection to New Orleans via his maternal grandparents, who lived in the famed city before moving north to Chicago. Genealogist and expert on Creole history Jari Honora traced the pope’s roots to New Orleans. According to Census data, the pope’s mother, Mildred Martinez, was the mixed-race daughter of Joseph Martinez, who was born in Haiti, and Louise Baquié, a Creole who hailed from New Orleans.
The pope, raised in Chicago’s South Side neighborhood, joined the Augustinian order after being ordained in 1982. He earned a canon law doctorate degree at the Angelicum in Rome, ahead of working for more than a decade in Peru and overseeing an Augustinian seminary there.
The pope already owns the distinction of being the first American named as the pope, and would be considered the first Black pope in history, although it isn’t known if he claims his Creole roots or if he identifies as Black.
“It’s more complicated than that,” Honora said to Black Catholic Messenger. “I think that a person can be of Black ancestry or have Black roots, but to identify as Black, I think, is all about the lived experience.”
Honora was one of several genealogists and researchers who made the connection to Pope Leo XIV’s Creole ancestry, prompting notable chatter online. Many were already celebrating the pope’s ascension, and for being from Chicago, leading to hilarious and excitable reactions across social media.
The pope is part of a religious order named after the African saint, Augustine of Hippo. Leo XIV’s predecessor, Pope Francis, passed away on April 21 at the age of 88.
On X, reactions to the news that Pope Leo XIV has Creole roots have spread far and wide. We’ve got those reactions below.
—
Photo: SOPA Images / Getty
-
Pages