Actors for Christ
Date: Sept. 11, 2002

Partnership is an attitude before it becomes an action

I have a friend in New York, Frank Cotroneo who is a pilot. Over the years he has mentored many kids (some troubled and lost) in the word. They in turn have become pilots. Frank never knew this, but he is a man I have admired and still do, for many years. Thank you Frank, for being a partner with this ministry.

If we don't hang together we will hang alone!

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PARTNERSHIP GOALS

None of us are strong in every area. We need healthy interdependence. Every part has a niche and functions to complement the others. When we work together, we can actually pull off the work of Christ!

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Our featured actor of the month

Jordan David

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You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. II Tim. 2:1-2.

This story is about Jordan David, soon to be 14 years old. He is a member of the AFC team. Jordan is a strong Christian who wants to "pierce the darkness with his acting." Jordan, along with another young actor, Barrett Lowe, performed at Ozona's in Dallas. They did the famous Who's on First routine by Abbott And Costello. They came in second place, up against people who have been performing for many years. Jordan's mom is working to put him through my acting school. Both his parents encourage Jordan's dream of becoming an Actor for Christ. He has a powerful gift from God, and he wants to help change the world through his art. Jordan is called into Macedonia, to help me win others to Christ. Jordan has opened services for me at youth rally's, churches, etc. I am also training him to be a teacher here.

Dear Mr. O'Neill, "I want to say thank you. for everything that you have done for me and for any of the kids in the school. You have put a permanent mark on our lives. In the years to come for all of us, we will always remember Dennis O'Neill; the flaming light that burns for Jesus Christ. Your message tonight was awesome." Jordan David

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It's your partnership that helps kids in Jordan's situation to turn the young people of this nation around.

If you haven't done so already, I'd like to invite you to become a partner with us to help change lives!

A man's gift will make room for him and bring him before great men. Prov. 18:16
My gift is constantly bringing me before great men and great women [students].

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Big Congratulations to Taylor Danielson

Taylor is a student here at our school. He auditioned for and landed the famous Hasbro Toy Company TV commercial. He is an animated young actor. He has a humble spirit and is extremely friendly and personable. We congratulate Taylor on getting the part. You make us proud Taylor. Taylor called me up on my cell phone and told me the good news, while I was in NYC teaching an acting class. I forgot I had my phone on and the students I was teaching heard the news just as I did. We all cheered together. Taylor will be a shining light in the secular world. I might add that Taylor also gave me a gift card to my favorite restaurant here in Ft. Worth, Pappadeaux, for teaching him how to act. Thanks Taylor.

Here's why partnering with us is a God idea!

"Your school has really helped me because when I first started at your school my goal was to do community theatre but now I want more than that, I want to become the best actress that I can be"

Laura Smiley ~Wheelchair Bound Student

"Thank you again for all the encouragement you are to Chris. It seems just when he is down about something he will get an uplifting word through email from you and his down mood just vanishes into thin air. You are such a blessing. God uses you all the time with him and you don't even realize it. Maybe you do...at any rate...THANK YOU for being a vessel of God's love for him."

Edye Baldridge ~ Mom

"Taylor is very complimentary of your teaching style. Thanks for sowing into our kids!"

Cindy Danielson ~ Mom

I wanted to thank you for being such a wonderful teacher, and for taking me seriously. Your thoughtfulness and support to me means so much more than words can say. You have made me realize even more, the passion that I have for acting. It really is all that I want in life to be a working actor, and I thank God for putting the right teacher in my life to help make that dream possible.

Sharie Henderson ~ Teen

Of course you encourage me. God bless you and thank you again for your kind words.

Stelio Savante ~ Actor, NYC