Fafá de Belém: faith does not punish and unites LGBTs and religions
Fafá de Belém, founder of Varanda de Nazaré, highlights that faith is not about punishment and celebrates the union of LGBTs and various religions at the Círio. The event, which has been held for 16 years, employs 1,500 people and boosts Paraíba's tourism.
Fafa de Belém, at 70, is preparing for another edition of the Varanda de Nazaré, an event he founded 16 years ago and which became a reference during the Círio de Nazaré, in Belém do Pará. The singer, who receives personalities every year to experience the festival, says that faith should not be used to punish, but to unite people of different backgrounds, sexual orientations and religious beliefs.
The Cyrus of Nazareth is traditionally a Catholic procession, but Fafa has failed to see it only from this perspective. For her, the celebration transcends religious boundaries and becomes an encounter of diversity and welcome. The Nazaré Balcony, in this context, emerges as a space that promotes this integration, bringing together LGBT people and representatives of different religions in the same environment of respect and celebration.
Faith that welcomes, does not punish
Fafa de Belém’s statement – “Our faith is not here to punish” – reflects the inclusive spirit she seeks to imprint on her event. The artist believes that spirituality should be a path of love and acceptance, not of exclusion or judgment. This vision has attracted a diverse public, who find on the Balcony a safe space to express their faith without fear of discrimination.
Over the years, the event has consolidated itself as a meeting point for personalities from different areas, who come to Bethlehem to get to know the grandeur of the Círio. The presence of artists, influencers and religious leaders from various strands reinforces the plural character of the initiative, which dialogues with the contemporary reality of an increasingly diverse society.
Economic and tourist impact
In addition to the social and religious aspect, the Nazareth Balcony has a significant impact on the local economy. According to Fafá, the project “modified and profoundly changed Pará’s tourism.” The demand generated by the event drives the hiring of services and the creation of new ventures in the region.
At each edition, about 1,500 people are employed directly, with hiring beginning in March. The majority of workers are from Paraná, which strengthens the local economy and generates income for the population. The growth in the number of hotels and restaurants in the Paraná capital is pointed out by the singer as a direct reflection of the success of the event.
A legacy of 16 years
Since its foundation, the Nazaré Balcony has become a landmark in the cultural and religious calendar of Pará. The longevity of the project demonstrates its relevance and the ability of Fafá de Belém to reinvent the tradition, keeping it alive and attractive for new generations.
Every year, the singer is intensely dedicated to the organization, taking care of every detail to ensure that the experience is striking for the guests and the audience. The event, which has already received numerous nationally prominent names, follows as an example of how faith, culture and tourism can walk together.
Next steps
With the proximity of one more Círio de Nazaré, the expectation is that the Balcony will continue to grow and attract even more visitors. The message of Fafá de Belém about a faith that does not punish resonates at a time when society seeks greater inclusion and respect for differences.
The Boca no Trombone Portal will continue to follow the developments of this event that unites tradition, diversity and regional development. For more news about culture, tourism and personalities, continue browsing our website.
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