• Marriage and Parenting
• Singles Events
• Women's Conferences
• Senior Adult Conferences
• Recovery or Emotional Healing
• Pastors Conferences
• Staff and Leadership Retreats
• Missions Conferences
• Environmental Conferences
• Performances for the Military
• Fundraisers

MARRIAGE AND PARENTING

MARRIAGE CONFERENCES

The conflicts, the mayhem, the joys of marriage and parenting are all brought to life as Jim and Carol bring a hilarious series of theatre pieces custom designed for marriage retreats and conferences. As parents of young children, Carol and Jim know first hand the challenges of keeping a marriage healthy and what it takes to keep love alive in a Christian marriage.

Dennis Rainey
Founder and Executive Director, FamilyLife

"Jim and Carol perform hilarious, moving and powerful theatre that speaks right to the hearts of their audience. As a speaker, I have worked with them at several events. Their desire, both on and off stage is to use their gifts to point marriages toward hope and healing."

Gary D. Chapman
Author of The Five Love Languages & The Five Languages of Apology

"Their plays at a recent marriage enrichment retreat offered a learning experience most people had never had before. Their work was simply amazing."

Stephen E. Sumeral
Director, Dept of Family Life
Baptist State Convention of N.C.

"You were a wonderful blessing to my wife and myself during the recent Gary Smalley Marriage Enrichment event in Branson. God has blessed you with a wonderful talent and gift."

Ben Early
Casper, Wyoming

"We are thrilled to have Jim Shores and Carol Anderson sharing relevant insights through drama as part of Focus on the Family's Life on the Edge Tour. Jim and Carol are tremendous individuals who have given us 100% of themselves both onstage and behind the scenes. Our parent-teen audiences consistently rave about their performances in evaluations, and we consider it a privilege and a great blessing to have Jim and Carol as part of our team and family."

Gary F. Lydic
Director of Ministry Services
Focus on the Family

SINGLES EVENTS

Acts of Renewal hits the spectrum from hilarity to moving truth in their plays that highlight the realities of being single. (see college programming for more specific descriptions)

WOMEN'S CONFERENCES

Timeless Truths from Women in the Bible - Good Things to Know When the Ground is Shifting Under Your Feet.

Professional Theatre, Fascinating Stories, Rich Thought Provoking Content ... A fresh look at some women of the Bible who have more in common with our struggles today than we would think. Professional actress Carol Anderson performs nationally presenting a compelling combination of theatre and inspirational teaching that speaks to the heart of women’s issues.

TAKEN FROM EVALUATIONS OF PARTICIPANTS OF TIMELESS TRUTHS FROM WOMEN OF THE BIBLE" WOMEN'S RETREAT

“Carol Anderson's depth of understanding human behavior and dramatizing it from a scriptural basis is amazing. She makes both biblical and modern day characters with all their warts, dark secrets and scars come alive, always illustrating the saving Grace and redemption of Jesus Christ and the difference knowing Him makes.” “Carol is funny, talented, sincere and mesmerizing in her portrayals of women of the Bible” “Carol Anderson has the ability to make everyday human foibles and desires come to life in her characters and within a short period of time, show redemption and salvation at work.” “Carol is fun, informative, entertaining and pertinent to life today. I would attend any conference I saw with her name attached. It was time very well spent and plan to do it again.” “In one character, Carol Anderson can collect all the complexities of human nature, showing the good, bad and ugly desires that make us need a Savior and in a matter of minutes, illustrate the hope that comes from faith in Jesus Christ” “Never have I seen the biblical characters come alive in such a profound way as Carol Anderson achieves in her dramatizations.”

“Carol Anderson has a unique gift of blending humor, truth and practical application into dramatic sketches. She is in my opinion the best in the field. I recently had her accompany me at a Women's conference and she was by far the most dynamic, powerful and impactful part of the entire conference. She is a must for anyone wanting to take truth and powerfully communicate that truth to the heart and to the mind. Her life backs up everything she does on stage. She is the real deal.” LORI SALIERNO, Founder - CEO Celebrate Life International

“You brought a very tangible love for Christ to us today and a deeper conviction for what is possible for us with His grace .We were awestruck by the power of your talent in combination with the direction of the Holy Spirit.” ELAINE BUTLER,Committee Chairman, Theresians of the South Central Region-Houston,TX

“Watching your dramas unfold, I was personally struck with the depth of your content, the quality of your acting, the timeliness of your humor and the power to deliver life-changing truth. I reveled in your giftedness and the audiences apt attention and response. We would love to have you back in the future."” LAURIE MCINTYRE, Director Elmbrook Church Women?s Ministries Brookfield, WI

“Carol brings an energetic, entertaining, and captivating message through drama that transforms the hearts and minds young and old alike. Her work is firmly grounded in biblical wisdom and understanding and her passion for the Lord is obvious. Carol allows God to use her for His great good!” BRENDA MCDOWELL, Director of Women's Ministry Hickory Grove Baptist Church

A powerful, grace-filled speaker and actress

Carol Anderson is a professional actress who delights audiences nationwide with a unique blend of theatre and Biblically based presentations called Acts of Renewal. Carol ’s one woman show on the subject of eating disorders, A Size 7 Forever, has been aired on PBS. Her own story of recovery has been aired on Focus on the Family’s radio show. Carol has performed or spoken at a wide variety of women’s events across the country. She is also a popular national speaker at Christian colleges and universities.

For more information about the work of Acts of Renewal and having Carol Anderson as a speaker for your women’s event contact Info@actsofrenewal.com or call (828) 301-8562.

Acts of Renewal - Theatre to Delight the Soul www.actsofrenewal.com

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SENIOR ADULT CONFERENCES
Growing older with humor, addressing a future without a spouse, having a purpose in the elder years are just a few of the topics Acts of Renewal address in their programming for senior adults.

"Carol and Jim communicate so significantly, yet joyfully a profound appreciation for and insight into the journey we name 'older age.' Seniors recognize themselves and identify with the characters portrayed, aspiring to carry faith forward into the years of fulfillment. Simply superb!"

David Moore, Director
Department of Aging
Baptist State Convention of North Carolina

"What a powerful witness to the ability of the Living Lord to challenge and transform our relationships in our families, and within the Family of God! 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 strong Christian witness lifts up the humor in life and the need not to take ourselves too seriously and splash a little joy and positive faith in the direction of those who need a FAITH-LIFT. Any United Methodist Church would be blessed to have them in their church for a weekend family retreat or a one day performance."

Rev. J. Don Proctor
Minister to Older Adults
St. Simons United Methodist Church
St. Simons Island, GA

"They were real good."

Jim's great aunt Ethel

RECOVERY AND EMOTIONAL HEALING

It's where they started out, creating material for recovery conferences for four years so they have a lot of material. You name it, codependency, fractured families, addictions, marital struggles, gender issues, letting go of the past, and much more. Jim and Carol have a repertoire of funny, truthful, hope oriented theatre pieces that bring refreshment and humor to your day long or weekend long event.

"You guys did a phenomenal job! Maybe nothing makes more of an impact than strong powerful drama. And surely nobody does better at this than the two of you. God used you to touch a lot of lives, mine included..."

Gary Collins, Director
American Association of Christian Counselors

"Their understanding of recovery issues runs deep and pierces the heart. Rarely have I seen writing and acting skills so professionally honed in a Christian performance team. Shores and Anderson are true pro's with a heart for God."

Steve Arterburn
best selling author and founder
New Life Treatment Centers

ACTS OF RENEWAL have consistently received "rave reviews" from delegates attending our annual conferences. They present biblical truths in fresh, powerful ways. I highly recommend them!

Bob Davies
North American Director
EXODUS INTERNATIONAL

I would not do a conference without Acts of Renewal. Their creative, often funny, and painfully honest approach allows the audience to touch, see and feel the heart of God.

Gene McConnell
Conference Director
National Coalition for the Protection
of Children and Families

PASTORS CONFERENCES

Jim and Carol have a gift for creating and performing material custom designed for the special needs of pastors and spouses. Their material not only illustrates your speakers talks, but refreshes the weary hearts of pastors who need to be ministered to themselves for a change. Funny, poignant, moving stuff.

"I have had a lot of opportunity to work with Jim and Carol in various conferences and events around the country and they really have a wonderful talent. We had them perform during a clergy conference here at Focus on the Family and they were very well received. If you have an event coming up and you'd (apostrophe) like two wonderful people who can address themselves to whatever issues you may be interested in, contact Jim and Carol of Acts of Renewal."

STAFF AND LEADERSHIP RETREATS
Designing programming to refresh and renew your staff? Whether it be a church retreat or a national event, ACTS of RENEWAL brings theatre pieces that address personal holiness, getting back to basics, re-connecting with the Father heart of God and more.

"It was a treat to see such moving and passionate pieces. It was obvious that God brought you and your gifts to the Midwinter event. Thank you for your flexibility and willingness to change on a day's notice."

Kevin Shive
Assistant Director
Youth for Christ Staff Conference

MISSIONS CONFERENCES

Looking for programming that communicates the truth about missions, but offers a refreshing change of format? Acts of Renewal has a variety of material designed to refresh, encourage and inspire. Besides several short theatre pieces to go between your speakers, they also have an excellent one act on missions called To Give of Your Life. It is the story of Jim Elliot and it is a powerful inspiring account of courage and sacrifice. At the conclusion of its debut at King College the entire student body rose in an immediate standing ovation. Elisabeth Elliot has approved the play as a "fine depiction of the story of the five missionaries".

"Acts of Renewal was wonderful at our missions conference. Their drama is both very humorous and very heart moving. Many people told me that they were the best drama team that they had ever seen and that their performance spoke straight to them. I highly recommend Acts of Renewal."

Richard Brunson
Director, NC Baptist Men

ENVIRONMENTAL CONFERENCES
Conferences about taking care of the earth are important. Acts of Renewal brings the concepts of "taking care of the garden" down to earth with funny, thought provoking, practical theatre that translates these very important issues from the head to the heart.

MILITARY BASES

Jim and Carol consider it an honor to come to military bases and share their ministry. With their extensive repertoire of material they are available to speak to a variety of audiences. If your need is ministry to married couples, ministry to singles, or connecting with the needs of your chapel congregation, Jim and Carol have great programming that will speak to the heart. Have them come for a day or for a weekend. They are delighted to be able to use their gifts to communicate encouragement and hope to the personal lives of the men and women who serve our country.

"WOW! What a weekend! Your presentation made our parish appreciation dinner the best to date. People are still talking about the "Prodigal" from the Sunday service. There was not a dry eye in the house. Students for the USAF Academy Preparatory School gave your drama on relationships '2 enthusiastic thumbs up'­ a must for each class to experience!"

Kenneth Harp Ch Maj USAF
Community Center Chapel
USAF Academy

FUNDRAISERS

Carol and Jim bring very effective, highly entertaining programming to many fundraising events. They've performed for over a dozen crisis pregnancy fundraisers across the country as well as for fundraisers for counseling centers and ex-gay ministries. They bring 3 three theatre pieces to your fundraising event. The first is very funny to get your audience relaxed and having a good time. The second speaks to the specific issues you are trying to communicate. The third just speaks to the heart. When the funding request time comes at the end of your event, your guests are emotionally on board and have had a really great evening.

"People are still talking about the programming, especially the Woman at the Well. I had so many people say that the entertainment was so great, it made them want to give."

Janice Olejnik
Refuge Pregnancy Center
Conyers, GA

"You two were fantastic!"

Jennifer Chase
Executive Director
Pregnancy Crisis Center
Witchita, KS