Christmas Plays and Biblical Skits


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Will Maudine ever stop being so bossy? Should Aunt Vera get a hearing aid for Christmas? Does Richard really miss his pink flamingo? Can John say anything other than uh-huh and huh-uh? Find the answers to these questions when you join Aunt Vera and her friends as they prepare for their Christmas pageants. Follow them as they find themselves in various situations involving lighthearted rivalry, mystery, and good-natured humor.




The Humongous Book of Bible Skits for Children's Ministry


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52 skits connect kids with the Bible as they act out favorite Bible stories. Includes CD with background sound effects.




No Stable Too Small


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Here's a collection of humorous, down-to-earth plays that bring a fresh perspective to the Christmas story through such creative devices as imagining the thoughts and feelings of fringe characters (like an innkeeper or a servant to one of the magi) or by updating the story with contemporary settings and characters. No Stable Too Small offers a variety of practical material for any situation, ranging from shorter plays with small casts and lines that can be easily mastered by younger children to more elaborate pieces with sophisticated themes for older children and adults. And they're ideal for use with today's young people -- the dialogue reflects the way they really talk, yet never detracts from the biblical message. These flexible scenes offer a mix of speaking parts for all age groups, from preschool through adult, and are especially valuable for small congregations that lack the resources to mount large-scale productions. No sets are required, and only simple costumes and minimal props are needed. The plays can be performed by smaller churches with as few as 8-10 cast members, or parts can be easily divided to accommodate groups as large as 25-30. And with a running time of approximately 20-25 minutes each, it's easy to fit them within a Christmas Eve or Advent Sunday worship service. Some of the charming presentations include: * Love Finds a Way * It Wasn't the Hilton, You Know * Christmas Eve at Angel School * Because God Said So, That's Why * No Small Parts * "Unto Us a Child Is Born..". Next on Omar * Miracles? No Problem! ...and eight more! Lois Anne DeLong is currently a freelance writer and editor in Bay Shore, New York. She previously served 25 years in public relations, publishing, and marketing for the American Institute of Chemical Engineers. A graduate of New York University, DeLong is an active member of Brentwood Presbyterian Church in Brentwood, New York. Barbara Anne Antonucci was born and raised in Brentwood, New York, and is a lifelong member of Brentwood Presbyterian Church. A graduate of St. Joseph's College, Antonucci now resides in Monroe, North Carolina.




Christmas Plays for Small Churches


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Who said small churches cannot produce quality, thought provoking Christmas programs? If you are looking for Christmas programs with a real Christian message that are designed for small stages, then this book is for you. These plays truly fit all size churches and are written in such a way as to minimize rehearsals and memorization. The book contains five plays: - "The Nativity" utilizes a liturgical format and focuses on worshiping Christ. This play works well even in churches which do not normally use formal liturgy. - "What Child is This?" is humorous yet has a strong evangelistic message. - "It's the Gift that Counts" presents an emotional presentation of the Gospel. The Christmas story is told utilizing both traditional and non-traditional Bible passages focusing on finding God's greatest gift to us. - "An Interview with Scrooge" is a hilarious play that will not only cause your audience to laugh out loud, it will challenge the audience to examine the difference between true Christianity and rote religion. - "The Christmas Surprise" is even funnier than "An Interview with Scrooge." The beauty of this play is that you cannot rehearse it. The pastor should go out of his way to advertise this play and when people ask, "who is in it and when is the rehearsal," he just replies by saying, "it's a surprise." This play seems to be random, but it has a very poignant message challenging the audience to answer God's call (be it for salvation or Christian service). In addition to the five plays, there is an interactive Church Christmas Decoration Service that can become a new Christmas tradition for those churches who do not celebrate Advent services. Also included is a chapter with helps and hints for small churches which include: - Stage Directions - Hints for Working in Small Churches - Hints for Working with Amateur Actors - Hints for Keeping the Play Moving, and - Keeping Christ in Christmas. "Remember the Reason for the Season" is not an add on cliche for these plays; Christ and the Gospel are the foundation these plays are built upon.




Acting Out Loud


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Whether you are a pastor looking for a skit to help drive home your message, a ministry leader desiring a dramatic reading to speak God's love at a Christian retreat or conference, or a youth group leader hoping to spice up a youth meeting, we have the material you're looking for! Find all of these skits inside! Section One: Biblical Skits Elijah and the Widow: A Modern Retelling Fashioned By God (Women of the Bible)I Can't Bear This! (Suffering and I Cor. 10:13)Jesus and the Catch of Fish Jesus Calms the Storm Open My Eyes: Elisha's Servant and the Army of the Lord (Dramatic Reading)Section Two: Christian Living Discovering God's Will: Part 1Discovering God's Will: Part 2Discovering God's Will: Part 3Discovering God's Will: Part 4The Fastest Tongue in the West (Taming the Tongue)The Living and The Dead (Spiritual Health)The Other Side of the Room (Outreach)Section Three: Evangelistic Skits Blowing Away the Stereotypes Everyman Hades Complaint Department Prison or Pardon?What Am I Doing Wrong? Part 1What Am I Doing Wrong? Part 2Section Four: Special Events And We're Back! (Back to School Event Announcement)Batter Up! (Baby Dedication)Come With Me (Youth Event Announcement)The Gift That Keeps On Giving (Operation Christmas Child)Koinenea Gals, Won't You Come Out Tonight? (Women's Event)A Little Help, Please? (Pastor Appreciation Sunday)What's Your Problem? A Game Show (Church Social Event)Section Five: HolidaysAwkward Moments (Valentine's Day)The Centurion who Saw Truth (Easter Dramatic Reading)Christmas Madness Fathers Throughout History (Father's Day)Mom Takes a Vacation (Mother's Day)The New Year's Resolution The Peace Giver (Christmas)Thanksgiving Isn't for Sissies (Thanksgiving)Find more church plays and mystery party games at www.TheDramaticPen.com







Christmas on Stage


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A collection of 27 royalty-free plays and readings for Christmas (various cast).




Sticky Bible Skits


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The Skit Guys--the wildly popular comedic duo--deliver 20 side-splitting skits for your children's ministry. You'll find entertaining faith-focused skits on a variety of topics you can use as a boost to your messages and lessons for kids. Each skit comes with five discussion questions to engage kids in faith discoveries. You'll get 20 impactful and power-packed skits, including: - Creation - Noah's Ark - David & Goliath - Jonah & the Big Fish - Daniel in the Lions' Den - And 15 additional skits to go with your Bible lessons. With Sticky Bible Skits, your kids will have fun presenting--and watching--Bible truths come to life. Kids will be excited to share what they've learned and eager to come back next week. Make Sticky Bible Skits a part of your ministry to kids so they'll learn about the Bible in ways they'll never forget.




No Time for Christmas


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PJ and his friends are learning that Christmas can be busy. But what happens when they get too busy to celebrate the real reason for the season? Find out in this fun, easy-to-produce play for any size church!Approx. 25 minutes running time.




Biblical Christmas Plays


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