Create memorable services that help worshipers experience the profound sadness of the crucifixion as well as the marvelous joy of the risen Christ with this diverse collection of ready-to-use dramatic material. Included are: a series of six meditations by unusual ?witnesses? to the Passion; a Palm Sunday play reporting on the triumphal entry into Jerusalem; a brief set of Maundy Thursday monologues; a courtroom drama portraying Jesus? trial before Pilate; a short Good Friday sketch in which James and John struggle to cope with the aftermath of the crucifixion; a charming Easter children's...

Centering around the theme of the familiar song ?The Friendly Beasts, ? this intriguing program depicts what the animals who witnessed Jesus? birth might really have been thinking -- if they had human minds. There's humorous interplay among camels, sheep, cows, and the donkey that carried the pregnant Mary as they share their unique perspective on the nativity. This complete presentation allows many different parts of the congregation to participate; speaking roles can be performed in a readers? theater format by adults or youth, young children can portray the humans at the manger in a silent...