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Jennifer ShawSpeaker · Author · Singer/Songwriter
Women's Retreats  ·  Conferences  ·  Church Events

I share real truth
and real hope
for the real world.

Funny, relatable, and warm, Jennifer Shaw has also lived hard things. Through adoption, special needs, and grief, her faith has been tested and proved true. She teaches the Bible from this foundation, sending each person home with practical next steps to bring them closer to Christ.

Jennifer Shaw
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About Jennifer

Jennifer Shaw is a Telly Award winning speaker, Amazon best-selling author, singer, songwriter and five-time Top 40 Billboard artist. Her captivating, humorous, and inspirational presentations have been effectively sharing the transformative love of God with audiences around the world for almost 20 years.

A former professor, Jennifer holds a Masters Degree in Biblical Studies from Moody Theological Seminary as well as a Masters Degree in Music Performance from the Manhattan School of Music. Her testimony includes tragedy and triumph, being both an adoptive and special needs parent, and losing her father to Lou Gehrig's disease. Her presentations point to the hope offered by Christ, causing listeners to deeply consider how God wants to both meet them where they are and inspire them to transform the world around them.

“You are a hero! Thank you for displaying the glory of God, the image of God, what He's really like to our listeners.”

Dennis Rainey · President and CEO, FamilyLife

“Thanks so much for using your gifts and talents to the glory of God... I certainly was blessed!”

Joni Eareckson Tada · Founder, Joni and Friends International Disability Center

Where she speaks

Women's Retreats

Women's Retreats

Jennifer brings a unique blend of Scripture teaching, storytelling, and music to women's retreats. Her messages of hope, healing, and faith connect with women of all ages and backgrounds, creating an atmosphere of authenticity and grace. Please see her most requested topics here.

Women's Conferences

Women's Conferences

Jennifer's transparent honesty, humor, and relatability make her the perfect speaker for your women's conference. She is passionate about Scripture, and strives to leave every person in every audience with meaningful takeaways that will strengthen their walk with God. Find frequently sought topics here.

Women's One-Session Events

Women's One-Session Events

Whether it's a Christmas Tea, a Mother's Day luncheon, or just a women's get together, Jennifer's program is always memorable and moving. She uses a blend of stories, Biblical truth, and music to leave audiences with something unforgettable.

Worship Services

Worship Services

Jennifer is available to share a message or testimony, or to lead worship as a guest for Sunday morning services, special services, and church events. Her blend of music and message provides a complete worship experience.

Outreach Events

Outreach Events

Whether speaking at community outreach events, rescue missions, or community centers, Jennifer's personal story of faith, adoption, and perseverance resonates with diverse audiences.

Disabilities Events

Disabilities Events

Drawing on her experience as a special needs parent and her book, Life Not Typical: How Special Needs Parenting Changed My Faith and My Song, Jennifer speaks with compassion and insight at events for individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers.

Adoption/Mission/Poverty Relief Events

Adoption/Mission/Poverty Relief Events

Jennifer's partnership with Compassion International and her personal experience with international adoption give her a deep heart for global missions. She speaks at missions conferences and events with passion and first-hand perspective.

Children's Author Visits

Children's Author Visits

As the author of Dumplings Mean Family, Jennifer brings the story to life with engaging author visits for schools, churches, and libraries. She connects the themes of adoption, family, and belonging with young readers in a memorable way. Visit dumplingsmeanfamily.com to learn more.

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