In 2010, Bryan and Joli Shaw welcomed their third son, Griffin. Following his birth, the Shaws quickly realized that Griffin was not meeting the normal milestones of a growing child. Although doctors were unable to give him a specific diagnosis, Griffin was not expected to ever walk or talk. Despite these challenges, Griffin worked hard to defy odds, all while displaying God’s unending joy and love to those around him.
On an ordinary summer day in June of 2016 the Shaw family’s life changed forever. And in the midst of an unimaginable loss, the Dallas Lake Highlands community shined its light for this family. Watch Shine: The Griffin Shaw Story to see how this 5-year-old boy and his incredible family are inspiring and challenging us all to be bright lights in a world that so desperately needs hope and perspective.
Our deepest gratitude to the Shaw family for trusting us with their story and giving us the honor of sharing Griffin’s inspiring message. A special thank you to our friends at Northwest Bible Church in Dallas for bringing this story to us, and for all the work of their amazing team in making the premiere of Shine: The Griffin Shaw Story truly memorable.
Northwest Bible Church Community Screening
(photos from screening courtesy of Jeremy Sharp)
Stay tuned for more photos from the premiere screening of Shine at Northwest Bible Church!
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These are the stories the world needs. If you need a small DWF PR Agency to share these films with a media plan and larger aidience, we would be honored to be able to apply!!! I could give you 100 stories that will toucn every emotional and inspire the human race to be better!!
Thank you for sharing your story of faith.
I only knew Griffin from my son, daughter- in- law and granddaughter. I heard how Griffin was such a sweet friend to Emarie and other classmates. I felt he was a dear and kind person just from the stories my family members shared.
I said prayers for your family the day we found out about Griffin as we were all together.
I praise you for your strength and family values of God’s gifts.
May you continue to grow in faith and love.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Apodaca