Padre Reginaldo Manzotti

Origin

Paraíso do Norte, PR

Also known as

Reginaldo Manzotti, Reginaldo Aparecido Manzotti

Years active

1995–present

Genres

contemporary catholic liturgical music, contemporary christian music, gospel, religious

Instruments

voice, flute

Biography

Padre Reginaldo Manzotti, born Reginaldo Aparecido Manzotti on April 25, 1969, is a prominent Brazilian Catholic priest, singer, composer, writer, and media personality. Hailing from Paraíso do Norte in Paraná, he is the youngest of six children and descends from Italian immigrants. His early life was marked by a strong religious upbringing, leading him to enter the Carmelite Seminary at the age of eleven. He pursued his studies in philosophy and theology, eventually being ordained a priest on January 14, 1995.

Manzotti is widely known as "the priest who gathers crowds," a testament to his ability to draw immense numbers of people to his evangelization events. He currently serves as the parish priest of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Curitiba, Paraná. Beyond his pastoral duties, he founded the "Evangelizar é Preciso" association in 2003, a significant evangelization movement that utilizes various media platforms to spread the word of God. His programs are broadcast across numerous radio and television stations in Brazil and internationally, reaching millions of viewers and listeners.

As a musician, Padre Reginaldo Manzotti has released numerous albums and DVDs, with his work often blending contemporary Christian music with traditional religious themes. He has collaborated with various artists, including Alok, Thiaguinho, and Fafá de Belém, and was nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2013 for his album "Paz e Luz." His prolific career also includes authoring several best-selling books on faith and spirituality. His extensive reach is further amplified by a massive social media presence, solidifying his status as a multifaceted influencer dedicated to spiritual guidance and evangelization.