Jackie Francois

Jackie Francois is an American Christian musician, singer, songwriter, guitarist, speaker, and youth minister from Placentia, California. It was through her involvement with Life Teen that led Francois to engage in various retreats, conferences, and World Youth Day gatherings. From these, Francois came to be more involved in her Catholic faith, which is reflected in her musical and ministerial work.

Early life Francois was born and raised in Orange County, California. She was a regular attendee of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Placentia, California for many years. Born into a musically talented family, she began singing at a young age. She learned how to play violin as a child, then taught herself to play guitar in high school. Upon graduating high-school as valedictorian of her class of 480 students, Francois found her passion, and became actively involved in youth ministry, which she continues with today.

Evangelical ministry Francois travels both nationally and internationally over each year, preaching to youth and using her musical talent to enhance various gatherings. The album name was inspired by spiritual reflection on the feast day of Christ the King,

Her album Divine Comedy was described as "very uplifting, and very enjoyable to listen to, a very good album" by A Catholic View. She was also praised for her album in the publication Through a Glass Onion, as it stated: “Divine Comedy is an expression of who Jackie François is and of her profound trust and faith in God. In this eight-track album, Jackie has gifted the Church with a blend of ballads and upbeat compositions that remind the listener of the joy of living in Christ’s love."

Spiritandsong.com general manager Robert Feduccia commended Francois' work in saying: "I'm excited for new fans to discover what the spiritandsong.com family already knows—Jackie is a rare talent with absolute commitment to her faith." Francois' personal leisure interests include the beach, traveling, food, reading, God, volleyball, and bowling.

Francois is a webcast host of "The Commons" on spiritandsong.com, as well as a host for an upcoming Confirmation DVD series with Ascension Press. Francois maintains the message of faith to be "someone who reminds people of Heaven in the busyness of everyday life" by use of humor, prayerfulness, and song. She also currently co-authors a blog with her husband, www.jackieandbobby.com.

Discography Your Kingdom is Glorious Tracks: Holy Are You, Lord Joy For So Long Your Kingdom is Glorious God, My Father Be Forgiven Blessed Are You, Lord Plans Your Will The Power of Your Love My Soul Rejoices Old Fashioned Love Song

Divine Comedy Tracks: Divine Comedy Everything You Your Love Is Better Everything I Need From Glory to Glory (We Adore You) Cornerstone New Creation Beautiful One