"I have never seen a performance depicting the scriptures
more powerful, moving and impactful.”
Deacon Gil Swire, Trinity Episcopal - Canton, MA
Faith: A Mother's Story
A Christmas Season Presentation
with Olivia Woodford
Scripture comes to life through
this beautiful script and performance.
Host an inspiring and joyful one-woman performance where the events of Jesus’
birth comes to life.
Experience the First Christmas as never before through the eyes of the women who were around Mary: her mother Anne; her cousin Elizabeth; Leah of the House of David; a shepherdess; and Anna, the Seeress of the temple.
As these women encounter events and the mystery of Jesus’ coming, they face doubt, disbelief and ultimately joy as their faith is renewed in God, life and themselves.
Faith: A Mother's Story is one of six plays Olivia has created featuring biblical women that she presents to churches and schools of all denominations throughout the country and internationally.
1/2-day or Day-long Retreat
Host Olivia to facilitate an Advent Retreat that explores the women associated with the First Christmas in relation to scriptural and the socio-political realities of 1st century Israel. A package price is offered if a 1/2 or Full Day retreat is scheduled in conjunction with the performance.
“Our church was witness to an extraordinary event. Those who saw this artistic rendering of the personal awakenings that happened in relationship to Jesus were deeply moved. All said that scripture stories came alive as never before. Olivia Woodford is a gifted person with an incredible ministry to offer.” Rev. Allison Stokes, Director of The Women's Interfaith Institute
Olivia Woodford
Founder of Bible Women Speak
Olivia is a theater artist, storyteller, director of Healing Theatre and a member of The Network of Storytellers, Int’l. She has a BFA in Theater from Boston University, has performed in regional and Off-Broadway theaters and has taught theater in public and private schools and to people of all ages. Her biblical one-woman plays and retreats have enriched and deepened the faith of Christians throughout the U.S and internationally since 1992.
“The characters Olivia portrays are so alive! The variety of emotions they express make them so real. We were transported back in time by her outstanding writing and acting skills. She has an undeniable ability to create a place and mood for the audience. I found myself riveted to the portrayals." Rev. Jim Bell, Senior Pastor, First United Methodist, Rocky Mount, NC
"I highly recommend you having Olivia come to your church to perform. It will enrich your ministry in ways I cannot explain, and everyone will feel it was worth their time. The set-up is very minimal, and Olivia is very easy to work with, giving you all the details well in advance. She doesn’t push anyone to buy anything either. She simply shares a story and sets your imagination on fire." Rev. Sandy Cheatham, Pastor, Blaine United Church of Christ, Blaine, WA
"Olivia has been to our church on numerous occasions: for women’s retreats, adult events, and inter-generational gatherings. Each time she has transported her audience to another space and time with her dramatic presentations of Biblical characters and events. Her inspiring and imaginative interpretation brings light to Scriptures." Lynn Sale, Director of Faith Development, Holy Infant Catholic Parish - Durham, NC
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