Sacred Art Exhibition & Presentation
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About Merci F. McCoy
Merci F. McCoy is a liturgical artist whose work is born not only from creativity, but from prayer. Each piece begins in silence and contemplation, rooted in Scripture and a deep relationship with Christ. Inspired by the call of St. John Paul II to artists, Merci understands her work as a form of service to the Church and describes herself as a humble instrument through which God makes His beauty visible.
The Come and See Sacred Art Exhibit offers more than a visual experience. It is an invitation to slow down, to pray, and to encounter the presence of God through sacred imagery. Merci’s paintings are created as acts of devotion, meant to draw the viewer into reflection and dialogue with the Lord. Through color, light, and sacred symbolism, her art opens a window into the mysteries of faith and invites every visitor into a moment of prayerful stillness.
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Come and See Art Exhibition TimelineSt Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church
Monday, March 16th6:00 pm | Fellowship and Hospitality
6:30 pm | Sacred Art Presentation
The evening begins with a Visio Divina–style sacred Scripture Presentation, inviting participants to encounter God’s Word through silence, prayer, and visual contemplation.7:30 pm | Q&A and Artwork Viewing
Guests are invited to remain for questions, conversation, and time with the artwork. Each painting offers a space for prayerful reflection and deeper encounter.7:30–8:30 pm | Artwork Available for Purchase
The artwork will be available for purchase throughout this time. All proceeds from artwork sales made that evening will be donated directly to St Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church in support of the parish mission.
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What to Expect at the Come and See Art ExhibitionWhen you arrive on Monday, March 16th, you will be welcomed into an evening designed for prayer, reflection, and encounter.
The night begins at 6:00 pm with fellowship and hospitality, offering a warm and inviting space to gather with fellow parishioners and guests and to prepare your heart for the experience ahead.
At 6:30 pm, the presentation begins with a Visio Divina–style sacred Scripture reflection. This prayerful practice invites you to engage the Word of God through sight, silence, and contemplation, allowing sacred art to open new pathways into Scripture and deepen your awareness of God’s presence.
From 7:30 pm to approximately 8:30 pm, guests are invited to remain for questions, conversation, and time with the artwork. This portion of the evening allows for deeper reflection, insight into the spiritual and creative process behind the paintings, and an opportunity to encounter each piece up close. Each work serves as a doorway into prayer, inviting you to linger, reflect, and be moved.
The Come and See Art Exhibition is not simply a gallery showing. It is a sacred encounter—an experience of beauty, community, and prayer that points beyond the artwork itself to the presence of Christ.
The exhibition is a living and unfolding collection of sacred art created for contemplation. There are currently 33 paintings in the Come and See exhibition, with a total of 40 paintings planned as the collection continues to grow. These themes are woven throughout the exhibition, guiding visitors through a spiritual journey rooted in faith, hope, and encounter.
While these selected works offer a glimpse into the heart of the exhibition, they are only part of the story. If you are able, you are encouraged to come and experience all of the paintings in person. More than viewing art, this is an invitation to step into the narrative, to pray, to reflect, and to allow God to speak through beauty. Each painting contributes to a larger journey—one that invites you not only to observe, but to participate.
The artwork will also be available for purchase, and all proceeds from artwork sales made that evening will be donated directly to St Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church in support of the parish’s mission and ministries.
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