Marie:  As a songwriter, I always write where my heart is, so it was so easy write about our amazing God. As a performer, I feel like music is such an great tool to bring people closer to God! I love to just perform and entertain, but it is a beautiful moment, when a simple song can lead someone to do what they were made to do, worship! That is why I love music ministry and plan to make it a huge part of my musical endeavors.

Do you have a Patron Saint or special devotion? How do you stay spiritually motivated with such a busy schedule?

Marie:  I have a strong love for St. Joseph. I ask him to make me as as close to Jesus and Mary as he is. I must admit, I sometimes have difficulty staying focused on why I do music. The biggest help for me is simply talking to God. He is so faithful, and He is constantly bring me back to Him.

What are your feelings on modesty in dress?

Marie: I think dressing modestly is crucial. We are daughters of the King, and in everything we do, we should have that in mind. If we dress and behave undignified, guys will treat us that way. What a beautiful gift femininity is! It is heart breaking to watch girls abuse this gift. Many girls believe if they dress a certain way, guys will notice and pay attention to them. But who wants attention from a guy that only wants to use a girl for his unchaste purposes?!

What’s your #1 fashion or beauty item that you can’t do without?

Marie: I am huge mascara fan. I can get all dressed up, but I never feel complete, without a little mascara.

If you could pick any person alive or deceased to have lunch with, who would it be and why?

Marie: I would love to have lunch with John Paul II. His life never ceases to inspire me. Not only was he a brilliant philosopher and teacher, He was a clear mirror of God’s love! It would be AMAZING to spend time with such a holy man.

My favorite track on your album is “Mother Must Be Praying.” What’s the story behind that song?

Marie: The song “Mother Must Be Praying” was written by my producer Mark Heimmerman, songwriter Judson Spence, and myself. The inspiration for this thing song came from a phone call from Mark’s mom telling him she was praying for him. Mark began reflecting on the power of his mother’s prayer and how her intercession had gotten him through so many hard times in his life. The song came alive from there. The song took on Catholic sensibilities when I started working on the song with the guys, being the only Catholic writer of the three. For me, this song echos the power of my mom’s prayer but also the power of our Blessed Mother’s prayer.

When’s your next album? Will you be getting into any acting or modeling?

Marie: Right now I am really working on performing, but I continue to write more music and another album is always something I am thinking about. Hmm, I love acting, but modeling is something I don’t think I was made for. We will see!

We’re planning on bringing you out to LA for a performance at Catholic Underground some time next year. Do you have a crazy tour or performance story to share?

Marie: Well, I think my most exciting musical tour was my busking trip this summer with my harpist friend Clare. Busking basically means performing on street corners with your guitar case open for gas/food money. We had a great time and hit up cities such as, New York City, Boston, and even went all the way up to Ottawa and Montreal Canada. So fun! My friend Clare is so spiritual, and we were able to pray together which was a huge blessing for me.

You and your two sisters have started a great website that I myself frequent. What is the purpose of the Miller Sisters Cafe and why did you three begin the site?

Marie: We created the Miller Sisters Cafe so that young women could visit a site that addresses all aspects of life but with Christ as the center of it all. We talk about everything from make up, to family, to faith. We LOVE to get comments and emails from girls all over the country with their own stories, struggles, and thoughts. I met you Rebecca from this site!