Valerie is a Catholic artist and illustrator based in Houston, and the dreamer behind Pax.Beloved, an online shop dedicated to providing art and gifts that help you live and share your faith every day. In addition to running her shop, Valerie serves in Communications at Prince of Peace Catholic Community in North Houston, specializing in graphic design and social media. Prior to launching Pax.Beloved, she spent seven years in youth ministry before following God's call to pursue her passion for art and entrepreneurship.
Priscilla Salisbury is a talented opera singer and esteemed music professor, currently a member of the Houston Grand Opera chorus and a voice teacher at Lone Star College and a seminary. Her passion for vocal performance and education has inspired many aspiring singers and church musicians. In addition to her teaching, Priscilla has a rich background in music ministry, having served as a choir director in the Archdioceses of Galveston-Houston, leading diverse choirs. She also presents workshops with Oregon Catholic Press, supporting Spanish-speaking communities and sharing her love for sacred music through her YouTube channel.
Barbara (Barbs) from Katy, TX & dance has been a part of her life since she was little! She danced in college as a Kilgore Rangerette and had the privilege to dance in the Macy's parade, 75th anniversary of pearl harbor, and the 2017 presidential inaugural ball! She graduated from Texas A&M (whoop) and She is now in her 5th year as a dance educator in the Houston area. Outside of dance, She is very involved with the youth ministry program at her church. She has witnessed teens find truth and radically transform their lives to serve and glorify Jesus in all they do. This sets her soul on fire and has inspired her to create retreats for the dance industry. Her goal in the dance community is to integrate who we love most and what we love most! She has hosted Christian retreats for dancers and dance teachers for the past two years. She is very excited to see you soon!