Response from Churches
Sponsors who have brought Acts of Renewal to perform at their church worship services, and events have been saying a lot.
”Thank you Jim and Carol, for ministering so wonderfully at our church retreat. The evaluation forms overwhelmingly gave you the highest marks possible and most said it was the best program in our twenty plus years of having this retreat. You are gifted teachers of God's truth and you do it in a unique style that is so refreshing. “
Steve Hagaman, Director of Retreat Programming, Christ Community Church, Montreat NC
"Through their drama ministry, Carol and Jim provide the Church with powerful tools for evangelism, teaching and emotional healing. It has been my joy to work with them on several occasions and I have witnessed first hand, the work God is doing in and through them."
Dana Bryant, Minister of Worship, Calvary Church, Charlotte, NC
"Powerful...gripping...totally engaging theatre. As an audience member, a full range of emotions from laughter to tears. Rarely have I seen an art medium so effective at clearly communicating Biblical truth."
Reverend Keith Greer, Carlysle Congregational Church, Carlisle, MA
“Acts of Renewal, brought refreshment and encouragement to our church in December. Our congregation had been through some significant transitions and the show allowed us to laugh and cry together. My personal favorite was Carol's portrayal of an Appalachian single mom,. the story of the woman's great need and God's great help to her was so realistic and so moving. Jim's rendition of the Lost Wiseman with the Jamaican accent was like the last big fireworks display on July 4. The enthusiasm and passion of that presentation touched us all.”
Pastor Ron Black Community Bible Church, Highpoint, NC
"The Word comes alive through the inspired, engaging ministry of Acts of Renewal. Through the gifts of Carol and Jim, people know God and Jesus in a sweeter, more intimate relationship and their lives are enriched. Carol and Jim and their ministry are simply outstanding!"
The Reverend Laurens A. Hall, D.D., St. John the Divine, Houston, TX
"Acts of Renewal was a tremendous hit with our College Students & Single Adults! What a refreshing ability to connect with this challenging audience--dealing honestly and humorously with the challenges and frustrations of dating, family and work place relationships, while under girded by sound biblical application."
Sam McLamb, Single Adult & College Pastor, Biltmore Baptist Church, Asheville, NC
"I highly recommend “Acts of Renewal” Jim and Carol Anderson Shores to any church group. Their fresh wit kept our 197 older adults laughing to the point of tears at our Annual Valentine Party of St. Simons United Methodist Church. Jim and Carol’s talent and strong Christian witness splashes a little joy and positive faith in the direction of those who need a FAITH-LIFT.
Rev. J. Don Proctor, Minister to Older Adults, St. Simons United Methodist Church, St. Simons Island, GA
"Thank you so much for your amazing pieces at Convention. They were simply splendid. I appreciate all you do for the wider church."
The Rt. Rev. G. Porter Taylor, Bishop of Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina
"Can you believe people are STILL talking about how wonderful the Valentine’s banquet was? Our Sr. Pastor called it a home-run, a win, the level of excellence this church should be about. Again, you guys were awesome!"
Deanne Groseclose, Director of Women's Ministry, First Assembly of God, Winston Salem, NC
“When you think about a marriage event you don’t want it to be just informational. You want it to be transformational. The ministry of Jim & Carol Shores was transformational for our Marriage event. Our couples went away challenged and changed as they were equipped with better tools and training.”
Pastor Barry Owen, Minister to Married Adults, Lawndale Baptist Church, Greensboro, NC
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