Bruna Marquezine and Shawn Mendes read faith book together in Rio

Actress Bruna Marquezine and singer Shawn Mendes were photographed side‑by‑side reading the English edition of *Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God* on the São Conrado beach in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday morning. The 2017 work by American pastor and theologian Brian Zahnd challenges the traditional view of a wrathful God, proposing instead a message of divine love and compassion.

The sighting, reported by CNN Brazil and other outlets, highlighted the couple’s public display of shared reading and sparked discussion about the book’s themes, which contrast with Jonathan Edwards’ 18th‑century sermon on a “angry God.” The volume has not yet been released in Portuguese. Media commentary also used the episode to illustrate the broader benefits of couples reading together, noting how shared literary experiences can deepen conversation and emotional connection.