Parable package 1 contains
the following scripts:
The 10 virgins - based on Matthew 25, 12 characters,
2 minute run time.
Three parables about weddings - combines Matthew 22, 25, Luke 14 into a readers theater version for up to 17 readers,
run time 6 minutes.
Parable of the Sower - based on Matthew 13, Mark 4 and
Luke 8, 22 characters, 8 minute run time. Combines the parable and Jesus' exlanation to his disciples.
Interview with a Pharisee and a Tax Collector - TV interview
format for 3 characters. Based on Luke 18, 7 minute run time.
The Pharisee and the Tax Collector: - 6 character version closely
following the Luke 18 scriptures, can be done as a readers theater, run time 2 minutes.
Lost and Found - a readers theater version of the 3 parables
in Luke 15 (lost sheep, lost coin and lost son). Six characters, 7 minute run time. Can be split into three presentations
or done by puppets.
Parable package 2 contains
the following scripts:
The Workers in the Vineyard -Based on Matthew 25, 7 characters
and a 4 minute run time.
The Shrewd Manager -Based on Luke 16, 5 characters, 2 minute
run time.
New Wineskins - Three puppets discuss sewing and wineskins to
make sense of what Jesus has said. Based on Matthew 9, 4 characters, 4 minute run time.
Unforgiving Servant - a set of five skits (one Biblical
and four modern day applications) based on Matthew 25: 14-30. They can be
done in a series spaced out over time to reinforce for children. Reflection questions and interactive review games included.
Run times between 6-8 minutes.
The Talents -. based
on Matthew 25. One follows the Bible account while the other 4 are presented in modern applications such as friends
babysitting fish or drivers taking care of the boss's cars. 5 characters and variable run times. Reflection questions
and interactive games included.
