OVERVIEW
The four gospels in scripture are very familiar to Catholics around the world. We hear it on our mother’s lap, learn it in school, read it in the Bible, and hear it preached from our pulpits. Now we can even view it in theaters, in our living rooms on a big screen TV, or on youtube.
But our soul still longs for more . . . the ache lingers. We yearn for heaven to touch us on earth. and we long to see His face and be healed. We long for the “Good News” in our own life.
You will see powerful images of her art and hear an authentic and dynamic talk about having a personal encounter with Christ through artwork. Her talks are varied and include:
Parish Talk ”Trust and Believe“
Ladies' Luncheon Talk ”The Good News”
UNBOUND Ministry Talk “Freedom “
Teacher Talk “A Child with Special Needs”
Student Talk “I Want to Know God”
Curcillio Talk “Time for Action”
Jesus and Mary
Jesus and Mary” is an art exhibit depicting a God of pure goodness and beauty, who cares about our struggles, and burdens. He hears us. He empathizes with us. He shows us mercy. It shows the tender life of Mary embracing her special calling to bring Jesus, God’s Son, into the world and care for him as any good mother would. The show depicts the trials and sufferings of both Mary and Jesus and how they show the divine will of the Father. The images which “Jesus and Mary” bring to the public testify to a God who is approachable and all loving.
This art exhibit can be installed at your church, school, or special gathering for a limited time from three days to two weeks depending your needs. please contact us for more detailed information.
IINSTILATION AT ST. MARY’S PARISH IN KUTZTOWN, PA
Questions & Answers
Q. What is the purpose of the talk?
The purpose of the talks is to show how God wants to be a part of our lives in all circumstances, during the bad times and the good times. A strong emphasis is placed on having a personal relationship with Christ so that we can enter into conversations with Him and learn His will for us. Many graces and blessings can flow through a personal relationship.
Q. When is a good time to host a talk?
An appropriate time is during Advent, Lent, a Retreat, Life in the Spirit Seminars, Curcillio Weekend, Educators Conferences, Parent Conferences, etc.
Q. If I choose to host an art show, how long does the art show last?
The art show can be on a weekend when the talk is scheduled. It can last a week during Advent or Lent. The art show is an option, not a requirement.
Q. Who does the installation?
We do the entire installation. No other employees from the parish are needed except arrangements with the building custodian for a ladder and table.
Q. What does it cost to have you come to our parish?
There is no cost to host a talk unless the travel distance is further than 60 miles. This is a Christian ministry and we do not ask for any compensation. However, we would like the opportunity to sell art prints after the talk.
Q. Is the artwork for sale?
Yes, small prints of the art can be available for purchase.
Q. How do I schedule a talk to come to my parish?
Contact Michelle White via email at mwhitehfn@gmail.com
Biography
Michelle White is currently a parishioner at St. Columbkill. Church in Boyertown. Over the past 45 years she has been involved in many aspects of parish life as lector, Eucharistic Minister, cantor, Confirmation instructor, retreat leader, Discovering Christ presenter, and UNBOUND Prayer Ministry. She graduated “Summa Cum Laude” and received the “Presidential Scholar Award” from Temple University, Philadelphia, with a Bachelors Degree in Education. After completing her Master’s Degree in Special Education from Alvernia University in Reading, she has taught grade 6 at St. Joseph’s Catholic School and also High School at the IU 15 in Reading, PA.
In addition, from 2002-2024, Mrs. White with her husband founded HEART for the Nations, a non-profit organization to distribute water filters to the Maya communities in Guatemala, Nicaragua and Haiti. Heart has provided clean water to approximately 20,000 indigenous persons.
While at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in 1981-1983, Mrs. White studied drawing and painting. Throughout her life she has created powerful images in various media including pencil and charcoal drawing, pastel and oil painting.
Since 1989 Mrs. White has drawn over 300 images depicting her journey with God. She presents an authentic and dynamic talk about her personal encounter with Christ through her artwork and explains how God healed her from life’s many challenges. In addition she exhibits her art at Catholic churches and similar venues giving the glory to God.
Past Presentations
Listed are a sample of places where Michelle White has presented her testimony in a talk or held as an art show.
Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA Retreat day for Moms with Special Needs Children.
St. Mary’s Parish, Kutztown, PA. Art Show & Presentation
Sandy Cove Retreat Center, North East, MD. Presentation at Women’s Retreat.
Lancaster County Bible College, Lancaster, PA Presentation to Ladies’ Guild
St. Catharine of Siena Parish, Reading, PA. Art Show & Presentation
University of St. Francis de Sales, Allentown, PA, Art Show
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Huntington Valley, PA, Art Show
Divine Mercy Retreat at Malvern Retreat House, Malvern, PA. Art Show and Talk.
St. Catherine of Sienna Parish, Quarryville, PA Presentation
Intermediate Unit of Chester County, PA. Presentation to Parents of Special Needs Children
Intermediate Unit of Chester County, PA. Presentation to Teachers of Special Needs Children
Publications
Michelle White’s art has been published in magazines and other publications which are listed below
Exceptional Parent Magazine, Psy-Ed Corporation, 209 Harvard Street, Ste. 303, Brookline, MA 02146. “Kate’s Song”. Katie’s mother celebrates her daughter’s life through art. Cover Art and Story, p 22-23, 1994. Article by Michelle White
The Journal of Christian Healing, published quarterly by the Institute for Christian Counseling and Therapy, 103 Dudley Avenue, Narberth, PA 19072, Volume 13, Number 4, Winter 1991. “Undoing Depression by Chanting and Reading Psalm 119”, p. 3-4. Illustration by Michelle White
Rehabilitation Digest/ December 1998. “Big Boys Don’t Cry . . . On the Outside That is”. Author Robert A. Naseef, Psychologist, PhD. Temple University. Illustration by Michelle White.
Have a lot of questions? Are you interested in booking a show, a talk or purchasing a print? Please send us a message with all your questions and concerns. We would love to hear from you.