John Michael Talbot is the top selling Catholic artist in the world, having received eight Dove award nominations and one Dove award. He has produced 50 albums, with sales exceeding four million records. He has authored 17 books and produced numerous video teachings on ministry to the poor, simple living, and Franciscan and religious community living. He is also an acclaimed lecturer, teacher, and retreat master. Among his numerous awards are a Dove Award, the President’s Merit Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, and Humanitarian of the Year award from Mercy Corps International. He has been honored to perform for Mother Teresa of Calcutta, and Pope John Paul II.