It’s been medically proven that art betters a person’s well being spiritually, mentally, and physically. God uses paintings as Visual Reminders of His will; to relieve stress; to give hope to the hopeless; healing to the sick; and encourage us to count our blessings instead of giving into fears and disappointments.

The divinely places images are proof that God is still performing miracles today. When unintentional manifestations are found, Girgenti says, “It’s humbling to see these permanent records of God’s miracles for the history of our generation placed in my paintings. It reminds me how we never know how God may be using us when we share the gospel. Many times we do nothing more than plant a seed where other times God allows us to see the harvest of that seed. We must be careful not to let these experiences cause us to be prideful. Pride is a weapon the enemy (Satan) will use to get our focus off of God. We are just the workers. God’s miracles are only possible through the power of the Holy Spirit. All the glory belongs to God, alone.”

Webster's Dictionary says that a MIRACLE is an event or action that contradicts scientific laws and is thought to be due to supernatural causes, especially to an act of God.

What an artist paints portrays who he or she is. Their craft challenges them to see what’s really deep in their hearts. “The attitude of our heart (artist or not) is what God is interested in more than anything,” says Girgenti. She strongly encourages everyone to realize where their talents come from and use them for the reason they are given. She pleads with artists of all avenues to join her and other Christian Artists in Reclaiming the Arts for Christ.

The first unintentional manifestations found were an empty tomb with the stone rolled away and a little lamb (image above on right) found in, "The Legend of the Dogwood". Her newest release, "The Great Commission” has five unintentional faces with eyes closed. “Momma's Little Man” has an image of an Angel in the folds of the pillowcase; "Raising Faith" has a broken heart in the middle of Jesus' name in the eagle’s outstretched wing; A dove in flight and the letters W J appeared in the "11th and 12th Holes at Amen Corner".

Gallery visits are available in the Girgenti home by appointment, only. She’s open to staging Art Exhibits in museums anywhere in the country, as well as government facilities, churches, businesses, and schools interested in hosting her work. She’s available to speak to groups, churches, and schools. The artist creates paintings on commission and will incorporate images that have special meaning to the recipient.

The Bible tells us that our workplace is our ministry no matter what we do! Whatever we do, we are to do it as unto the Lord (Colossians 3:23). Girgenti’s art is living proof that God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Be encouraged that what He does through one, He can and WILL do through any Surrendered Instrument of God.

Autobiography:  The foundation of my work has been supplied through the love that I feel for my family and friends, and my relationship with God. 

I grew up in Southern Illinois in a home that did not have indoor plumbing. Every bucket of water was drawn from the well and was heated on a wood/coal stove that also supplied our heat in the winters. Our baths were taken in a tin tub until I was in the 2nd grade. 

I’m the baby of 7 children. My parents lost a daughter and a son at a very young age. Their deaths were never really dealt with, emotionally. My siblings and I were never allowed to get involved in any of the school activities or spend the night with friends. I realize now, this was Mom and Dad's way of protecting us. 

Aunt Bonny Young came to visit once or twice a year. Her beauty inside and out made her appear to be an angel. I'm not sure if she brought me art supplies as a gift to give me something to do to feel good about myself or if she recognized a talent that she was encouraging. 

Children need to be encouraged. My Aunt took what little time she had to let me know that I was a beautiful child. She told me that  I was like the daughter she always wanted and never had. God used her to make a difference in my life by encouraging me to be creative and thoughtful of others.

God has taken a strong desire to know and serve Him and He's taken a talent and weaved together this beautiful ministry to make His will known in visual illustrations on canvas. It's far beyond what our human minds can understand why and how God would use such an ordinary, uneducated, and unworthy person like me to do such extraordinary work. This overwhelming privilege is not one that I would ever want to take advantage of. Though some call me crazy, my God-given gift is to be used for His glory according to His will and His purpose.   

It is not important that I appear righteous or have your good opinion, and I am no longer driven to impress God. Christ lives in me. The life you see me living is not "mine," but it is lived by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. (Galatians 2:20)

The Bible tells us that we're ALL created to serve God. He will use us if only we're willing to put our confidence in Christ. Don't allow Satan's lies keep you from God's best. Be encouraged to do great things for God! Be a willing vessel and trust God to direct your path and supply your needs. 

I want my paintings to encourage my supporters and critics to count their blessings that are all around them instead of giving into their fears and disappointments. Letting our failures control our lives is not what God intends for us. He sent His Son, Jesus, to live on this earth to show us the way to eternal life in Heaven. He gave His perfect (sinless) life on a cruel cross to die for our sin.    John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him will not perish but have everlasting life. We are all perishing (dying.) With every breath we take, we are closer to death than we were a minute ago. 

Enjoy browsing through my Online Gallery. If you'd like a personal tour, my Home/Studio is open by appointment. I look forward to sharing all the miraculous things God is doing in the life-experiences that has influenced my art. I'm confident of this one thing - you'll know you've been with the Lord through the power of the Holy Spirit. And if you don't know Jesus as your Personal Savior, I can't wait to introduce you!

I am living proof that God equips the unequipped, so be encouraged! 
Joyce Girgenti and Family