Biography
Who is John Michael Talbot?
Early life and musical beginnings
John Michael Talbot was born in Oklahoma City on May 8, 1954, into a musically inclined Methodist family. He began learning to play the guitar at a very young age in his hometown. When he reached age 15, he made the decision to drop out of school to pursue music professionally.
He started performing as a guitarist for Mason Proffit, which was a country folk-rock band that he formed alongside his older brother Terry. During this period, he purchased land in Arkansas that he would later use for future community projects.
Religious conversion and career
John experienced a spiritual transition that moved him through Native American religion and Buddhism before ultimately embracing Christianity. He and his brother Terry joined the Jesus movement and recorded the album Reborn, which was originally released as The Talbot Brothers on the Warner Brothers label.
After reading the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, he began studying at a Franciscan center in Indianapolis. He officially became a Catholic and joined the Secular Franciscan Order in 1978, which heavily shaped his subsequent solo albums such as The Lord's Supper and Come to the Quiet.
Community foundation and television work
John established a house of prayer named The Little Portion in Berryville, Arkansas. He founded the Brothers and Sisters of Charity at Little Portion Hermitage, operating it as an integrated monastic community for celibate members, singles, and families.
In addition to his music and community leadership, John serves as the host of the inspirational television program All Things Are Possible. The show airs on The Church Channel, which is owned and operated by the Trinity Broadcasting Network.
Birthday and age
John Michael Talbot was born on May 8, 1954, which makes John 72 years old today. That birthday falls under the Taurus sign. John shares the date with 37 other famous people.
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