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Author : Dorcas Díaz Shaner
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780817008833
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (88 download)
Download or read book Short Dramas for the Church written by Dorcas Díaz Shaner and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Shelly Barsuhn
Publisher : Abingdon Press
ISBN 13 : 1426739265
Total Pages : 99 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (267 download)
Download or read book Slice of Life Worship Dramas Volume 1 written by Shelly Barsuhn and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2010-12-01 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Slice of life dramas are a tool to capture the imagination of viewers and communicate good news by telling stories that mirror real life. Slice of Life Worship Dramas (Volume 1) contains fifteen short, ready-to-use drama scripts that focus on moments in time and emotions to which people can relate. Themes in volume 1 include second chances, courage, doing good, forgiveness, love, spiritual growth, anxiety, kindness, God’s provision, truth, and more. The DVD included in this book contains live performances of twelve of the dramas, as recorded by the Wooddale Church media staff. Slice of Life Worship Dramas also contains helpful hints to assist in launching a drama ministry, working with church leaders, building a team, choosing scripts, and running effective rehearsals. "Read these scripts, and you will be impressed. Hear these stories, and your heart will be touched. Experience these dramas on the stage, and you will be changed."Leith Anderson, PastorWooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN "These dramas contain a rare combination of humor, reflection, insight, and development of theological thought that fit in almost any worship context."Dan Collison, Worship Arts PastorWooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN"Great dramas for worship services are like appetizers before a special meal. Slice of Life Worship Dramas is filled with humorous, powerful, keen dramas that set the table for the main course. I have used many of these stories for my sermons."Joel K. Johnson, Senior PastorWestwood Community Church, Excelsior, MN"Touching our emotions in a short drama is difficult, but Shelly has mastered the art. Slice of life dramas help people feel the truths they long to understand. These short dramas are authentic and create beautiful pictures for the pastor to develop with the sermon."Mark Hostetler, Director of Crosswalk MinistriesCross of Glory Lutheran Church, Brooklyn Center, MN
Author : Lynn Robert Schlessman
Publisher : CSS Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0788019503
Total Pages : 22 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (88 download)
Download or read book Visualizing the Parables written by Lynn Robert Schlessman and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want an intriguing resource that can help you bring a fresh, contemporary perspective to some of Jesus' most enduring stories, then Visualizing The Parables is just what you're looking for. Originally conceived as a Lenten series, this set of brief plays updates five familiar parables, placing them in a modern context that suggests new ways of understanding these familiar texts. Written in an easy, conversational style and easily adapted to your individual circumstances, these scenes are simple to produce and can be used in a variety of settings. In addition to worship services, they are also excellent for classroom use or as openers for church council or congregational meetings -- and they're a great way of involving your church members (especially youth) in programs or worship. Parables dramatized include: * The Ten Bridesmaids (Matthew 25:1-12) * The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) * The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) * The Rich Man (Mark 10:17-27) * The Great Banquet (Luke 14:16-24) Lynn Schlessman presents Jesus' words wrapped in packages that invite audiences to hear these parables in a new way, from an angle that feels accessible. The "punch lines" pack a wallop as they invite longtime Christians to "take another look" and encourage folks unfamiliar with the biblical words to get a glimpse of the absolute gift of God's love. Judy Hoshek Assistant to the Bishop, Northeast Ohio Synod Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Lynn Robert Schlessman is the senior pastor of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Avon Lake, Ohio. He has previously served two congregations in North Dakota, and he is a graduate of Wartburg College and Wartburg Seminary.
Author : Rosalie Sugrue
Publisher : Philip Garside Publishing Limited
ISBN 13 : 9781927260159
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (61 download)
Download or read book Ten Plays written by Rosalie Sugrue and published by Philip Garside Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2013 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Lay preacher Rosalie Sugrue's short plays and meditations are ideal to present in church. They encourage us to engage with Bible and historical characters, and explore important themes. Staging is simple. Few props or costumes are required. Unless marked [adults] these play readings are suitable for children to present"--Back cover.
Author : Holly Langster
Publisher : WestBow Press
ISBN 13 : 1973639815
Total Pages : 106 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (736 download)
Download or read book A Dramatic Ministry for Small Churches written by Holly Langster and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2018-09-28 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It can be challenging for small churches to have a positive presence in their communities, especially when pursuing creative ways to spread the gospel. And it can be difficult for small groups with even smaller budgets to stand out, so what can a small church do to attract and inspire young believers? In A Dramatic Ministry for Small Churches, author Holly Langster shares a collection of inspiring and entertaining dramatic plays that are perfect for a small church that needs something to engage and encourage its attendees—especially kids! Noticing that there was nothing out there for her small church, Holly brought drama into the church life and used it to build a community ministry. She offers several scripts and helpful tips for anyone starting a drama program in their own church. It doesn’t take a big church to perform a big play, and A Dramatic Ministry for Small Churches can help small churches discover a new and dramatic way to excite young believers about the gospel message. And as more and more people get involved, these small churches will grow and grow, inspiring the next generation and bringing more people to Christ.
Author : Shelly Barsuhn
Publisher : Abingdon Press
ISBN 13 : 1426739273
Total Pages : 99 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (267 download)
Download or read book Slice of Life Worship Dramas Volume 2 written by Shelly Barsuhn and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2010-12-01 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Slice of life dramas are a tool to capture the imagination of viewers and communicate good news by telling stories that mirror real life. Slice of Life Worship Dramas (Volume 2) contains fifteen short, ready-to-use drama scripts that focus on moments in time and emotions to which people can relate. Themes in volume 2 include God’s power, sin, transformation, temptation, integrity, outreach, patience, missions, trust, grief, and more. The DVD included in this book contains live performances of twelve of the dramas, as recorded by the Wooddale Church media staff. Slice of Life Worship Dramas also contains helpful hints to assist in launching a drama ministry, working with church leaders, building a team, choosing scripts, and running effective rehearsals. "Read these scripts, and you will be impressed. Hear these stories, and your heart will be touched. Experience these dramas on the stage, and you will be changed."Leith Anderson, PastorWooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN "These dramas contain a rare combination of humor, reflection, insight, and development of theological thought that fit in almost any worship context."Dan Collison, Worship Arts PastorWooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN"Great dramas for worship services are like appetizers before a special meal. Slice of Life Worship Dramas is filled with humorous, powerful, keen dramas that set the table for the main course. I have used many of these stories for my sermons."Joel K. Johnson, Senior PastorWestwood Community Church, Excelsior, MN"Touching our emotions in a short drama is difficult, but Shelly has mastered the art. Slice of life dramas help people feel the truths they long to understand. These short dramas are authentic and create beautiful pictures for the pastor to develop with the sermon."Mark Hostetler, Director of Crosswalk MinistriesCross of Glory Lutheran Church, Brooklyn Center, MN
Author : Karen F. Williams
Publisher : Zondervan
ISBN 13 : 9780310242499
Total Pages : 102 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (424 download)
Download or read book Lights, Drama, Worship! written by Karen F. Williams and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2003-12 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ideal for multi-cultural settings.Add meaning and muscle to your worship services with high-impact dramaPresenting Lights, Drama, Worship!Diverse!-sweeping in different cultures and speaking to a broad array of issuesExciting!-packing a relevance and creative spark that will captivate your congregationPowerful!-brimming with dramas, sketches, and recitations that will touch hearts, break down barriers, and help people connect with GodEach book in this four-volume series offers a variety of performance materials, from short, easy-to-perform sketches and readings to longer, more structured plays. Whether your church drama ministry is brand new or has been established for years, there's something for everyone, from beginners with little or no experience to seasoned players who want a challenge.Your one-stop drama resource covering . . .- Key aspects of Christian living-such as salvation, forgiveness, God's provision, love, persistence, and faith- Special occasions-Christmas, Easter, Mother's Day, Black History Month, and more- Each play includes-production tips for costuming - set design, props, and rehearsal notes - Scripture references - themes, summaries, and character lists- The volume also includes blocking tips - helpful tips from other dramatists - topical indexVolume 2Reader's theater: Is It Love or Noise?Sketches: Easter Play; Watch What You Hold On ToFeature Play: Tongue Twisters; Spiritual Bank
Author : Lynda Neilands
Publisher : Kingsway Communications
ISBN 13 : 9781842912539
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (125 download)
Download or read book 50 Bible Dramas for Children written by Lynda Neilands and published by Kingsway Communications. This book was released on 2005-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unpacking Bible truth through drama isn t a new idea - God told the prophets to act out their message and Jesus used dramatic action as well as words. These tried and tested dramas will help today s youngsters engage with the Bible. Not every drama is designed to be performed by children. Some will work better when adults perform them and others are written for a mixture of adult and child performers."
Author : Joshua Powell
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0359114717
Total Pages : 102 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (591 download)
Download or read book Easy Church Holiday Plays: 3 Christmas Plays and 1 Easter Play Written Written for Small and Medium Sized Churches written by Joshua Powell and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-09-26 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three Christmas Plays and One Easter Play perfect for the small to medium sized congregation. Each only requires about fifteen performers with options to plug in more. The plays incorporate humor, drama, and the Christmas programs are set to include music if desired. "Bethlehem's Inn" tells of a young inn keeper in ancient Bethlehem who is eager to make a fortune and move. His plans to expand his inn and move are rocked when he denies a room to two very special guests. "We Got Dat" is a modern story of a storekeeper who forces his employees to work on Christmas Eve. When he discovers an employee has been facing hardships at home he reconsiders the meaning of Christmas. "The Best Christmas Play Ever" focuses on a pastor trying to put on the best Christmas play his church has ever had but can't come up with any good ideas. Finally "Jerusalem News Channel" is a humorous telling of what the events around the death and resurrection of Jesus would have been like if the modern news media had been there to cover it.
Author : Doug Fagerstrom
Publisher : Kregel Academic
ISBN 13 : 9780825494727
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (947 download)
Download or read book Dramas with a Message written by Doug Fagerstrom and published by Kregel Academic. This book was released on 2003-04-01 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exciting collection of twenty-one church-tested dramatic sketches that require only two to four characters, simple sets, and everyday costumes. Built-in performance and copying permission.
Author : Douglas L. Fagerstrom
Publisher : Kregel Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780825494710
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (947 download)
Download or read book Dramas with a Message written by Douglas L. Fagerstrom and published by Kregel Publications. This book was released on 1999-09-01 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This exciting collection of twenty-one church-tested dramatic sketches requires only two to four characters, simple sets, and everyday costumes. Each drama is easy to perform and effectively communicates biblical truths and values. Perfect for churches with as few as fifty members or as many as five thousand. Dramas are topically arranged and easily adapted to morning or evening worship services, retreats or conferences, and evangelistic events. The easy-to-use format allows for notes and modifications to fit specific needs. Permission to photocopy these dramas for ministry use in included! Topics covered in this volume are: angels, Christmas, death, despair, eternity, failure, faith, grace, heaven, hypocrisy, idolatry, loneliness, love, materialism, prayer, racism, skepticism, suffering, temptation, trust, and wisdom.
Author : Lois Anne DeLong
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780788024085
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (24 download)
Download or read book No Stable Too Small written by Lois Anne DeLong and published by . This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Author : Lydia Sweet
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781716487828
Total Pages : 122 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (878 download)
Download or read book Christmas Plays for Churches written by Lydia Sweet and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-29 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 15 fun, Christmas-themed, Christian plays and sketches for use in church or Christian kids clubs and youth groups. Whether you have fifty ten year-olds, or three teenagers to accommodate, there should be a play for you in this collection. The message is kept clear and simple, so that everyone, even the parent who has never been to church in their life, can take home at least one easy message, which we hope could be a life-changing one.
Author : Timothy W. Ayers
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780788027956
Total Pages : 66 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (279 download)
Download or read book Five Little Christmas Dramas for Today's Kids written by Timothy W. Ayers and published by . This book was released on 2014-07-28 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year, Christmas comes. And every year, in tiny congregations spread throughout the world, a director is stressing over the difficult task of producing a successful children's play. Realizing that church plays are often hard to produce because so few are written to meet children's needs and interests, Timothy Ayers decided to change that. Writing his own plays for the children within his church, Ayers collected his dramas into "Five Little Christmas Dramas for Today's Kids," hoping to help small churches creatively and freely encourage children to spread the message of Christmas. With titles ranging from "A Dress Rehearsal for Christmas" to "The "I Hate Christmas" Club," each drama presents a worthy reminder: The true meaning of Christmas is always found in Christ. These fun and simple dramas let small churches celebrate Christmas without mayhem and stress, and they empower children to play a pivotal role in highlighting the divine purpose of the Christmas holiday. With minimal set design and diverse roles for children of all ages, this collection of Christmas dramas will bless directors and congregations alike. Each drama has listed the approximate length of time the play will take, how many cast members are needed, props, and the stage set-up. This book also has the copy privileges included. Timothy W. Ayers recently pastored a small church in western New York. It was his first time working with a smaller body of Christians. After planting churches and working with several larger congregations, he felt the call to minister in a completely different setting. He learned a lot about the limitations of a small congregation. Tim merged two of his past literary mediums of short plays for contemporary churches and children's literature. His short plays, "Living Parables," written to illustrate the Sunday service messages were published by CSS Publishing, and his middle reader series, " Spinechillers Mysteries." From these two loves came "Five Little Christmas Dramas for Today's Kids." It is Ayers' desire that churches around the world can tell this marvelous story of the birth of our Savior through relevant, fun, and easy-to-produce holiday plays.
Author : Janet Burton
Publisher : CSS Publishing
ISBN 13 : 078801806X
Total Pages : 93 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (88 download)
Download or read book Worship Innovations written by Janet Burton and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 93 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Worship Innovations: Easy Bible Drama, you will meet Bible persons just outside their recorded stories. Listen to Sarah and Isaac on the evening he returns from Mount Moriah; watch Joseph (in Potiphar's jail) confront Satan about whether integrity pays. Agonize with Anne (the mother of Mary) as she sends her daughter off to register for taxes in Bethlehem; hear the private conversation of Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathea following Nicodemus' secret meeting with Jesus. Each of these fifteen sketches raises issues and questions designed to take readers deeper into a study of the Bible story itself. They can form the heart of a dynamic worship service, inspire a sermon, brighten a Bible study, or energize a personal walk in the word of God. Also included is "Everything You Need To Know About Easy Bible Drama," a chapter of "how-to's" for any church that wants to initiate the use of drama in worship. Any worship leader who has ever looked for thoughtful and inspiring Bible drama will profit from Worship Innovations: Easy Bible Drama by Janet Burton. Yes, the drama is easy, but it is also wonderfully creative. The stories are short and the settings simple, but still thought-provoking for both actors and audience.... Burton tells you how to recruit actors, schedule rehearsals, make costumes, and build settings.... These simple dramas will make your worship and praise deep for the heart, and inspiring for the mind. Michael Schooler Educator, Musician, and Worship Leader Giddings, Texas Janet Burton has been a pastor's wife and Christian educator for 45 years. For 20 of those years she served as Minister of Education at Woodlawn Baptist Church in Austin, Texas, where her husband was pastor. She has been a regular faculty leader in the area of adult ministries at Glorieta Baptist Conference Center, and in churches throughout Texas, New Mexico, and other midwest and southern states. Author of three books and a contributor to five others, Mrs. Burton's specialty is Sunday School Bible study curriculum. In addition, she has contributed weekly or monthly columns to three Christian newspapers. Burton studied Christian education at Wheaton College in Illinois, and at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. She is also the author of Worship Innovations: Hanging The Greens For Christmas (CSS).
Author : Eulonda Dreher
Publisher : Covenant Books, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1644686376
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (446 download)
Download or read book Anthology of Dramas and Scripts for all Seasons and Reasons written by Eulonda Dreher and published by Covenant Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-08-05 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anthology of Dramas and Scripts for all Seasons and Reasons is a collection of dramas, skits, readings, and programs which can be used by churches, small groups, or individuals for seasonal presentations, general promotions, instructional guides and programs, or for reading enjoyment. It includes full-length dramas, short stories, readers' theaters, general interest articles, puppet dramas, and poems for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, and Anytime for adults and children. If you have any questions and/or feedback, feel free to email me at: [email protected] or [email protected]
Author : Theodore W. Schroeder
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780570048589
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (485 download)
Download or read book 15 Life-related Dramas for Use in Worship and Other Congregational Settings written by Theodore W. Schroeder and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People involved in church drama have the rare privilege of bridging the Word and life for God's people. That is no small task. But where the Word is, there the Spirit is as well. And where the Spirit is, there is always drama. The dramas in this section depict a truth that Jesus exhibited again and again -- the Word of God is illustrated all around us. Use these dramas in your midweek classes, in school chapels, in Bible studies, with youth groups, or with congregations. Add a change of pace to the worship service and even small group Bible studies with this collection of short dramas. Each reproducible drama addresses spiritual issues families and individuals face in everyday life. Memorization is not required; the scripts are perfect for "readers' theater" drama. Includes short homily, questions and discussion activities, introductory guidelines and drama presentation options.
