Jesus just ascended to heaven and the disciples are stuck, staring at the sky. Can you blame them? As they stand in shock, unsure what to do, an angel appears to remind them that the best is yet to come and they need to go to receive the Holy Spirit.

A group of older citizens have gathered at their favorite fast-food place, with the intent to help each other solve a particular Easter- related challenge. They try and work together, but with limited success. In the end, however, they are reminded of the power of serving (and why Bible-themed Peeps may not be a great idea). This easy to stage, humorous, and season perfect skit will challenge your audience to rethink what’s important… and what’s not… at Easter.

When Jesus rose from the dead, he left the tomb behind. Today, our ‘tombs’ can take a variety of forms… self-doubt, anxiety, hopelessness, disobedience. We choose not to leave. This easy to stage Reader’s Theater encourages us to be ‘tomb raiders’ and allow the power of the risen Christ to set us free.

Rapha and Tromos, two angels, have just rolled away the stone at the garden tomb and are ordered to await the arrival of the disciples. They’re shocked when they see it’s the women who have the courage to visit the garden and who will be the vessels God uses to announce the resurrection. Part of the Even Angels series, in which powerful truths from scripture that even angels long to understand, are unpacked and shared in fresh ways. Themes: Easter, Easter Sunday, Resurrection, Evangelism, Angels, Humor, Duet, Sacrificial Love, God’s Plan, Redemption, Grace, Love

All through Jesus’ ministry, people asked who he was: His purpose. His mission. His divinity. In this impactful Reader’s Theater, scripture is used to highlight these moments, ending with a challenge for us today.

Easter is full of candy and excitement, but the true meaning of Easter, Jesus’ death and resurrection, might feel confusing for kids. In this script, three children ask honest questions and, through playful dialogue, explore what it really means that Jesus died, rose again, and offers salvation. We break down big theological ideas in a way kids can understand, without watering down the truth of the Gospel.

This monologue-driven script shows that Easter is not the end, but the beginning of each of our stories no matter how broken our pasts. Biblical figures who may have thought they were beyond redemption have lives that begin anew because of their interaction with Jesus. Becky, a modern day character, draws hope from the Bible, recognizing that if God can change broken lives then, He can change hers now.

A group of teens and adults arrive at a homeless shelter to serve dinner to the residents. As the play progresses, several students are forced to face the pain that has followed them, leading to redemption and healing. In the end the whole group is reminded that their service… to the residents and to each other… doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to reflect the heart of Jesus.

This easy to stage and short monologue highlights the journey of the blind beggar that Jesus heals at the Pool of Siloam. The man, now with his sight restored, talks about the moment of his healing, and how his first sight was that of love… the love and compassion of the Son of Man.

In this easy to stage, fun and inspiring skit, Ben is rehearsing to audition for a church play on relationships. His wife, Sally, is helping to feed him his lines, but get frustrated when he can’t remember the script. As the skit unfolds, both parties find themselves trapped in their own interpretations of how the ‘script’ should sound. In the end, they realize the importance of respectful collaboration in creating a new story based on grace.

In this timely and easy to stage skit, a playwright struggles to finish a love themed work. Out of desperation, they ask their A.I. companion to do some love-related research, only to end up wrangling it's not always helpful responses. In the end, the definition for true love, His love, carries the day.

A simple skit to portray the story of Abraham and the (near) sacrifice of Isaac. Use for VBS, mission trip, stand-alone skit or with others in the series. English and Spanish translations included.

A skit to portray Joshua and the battle of Jericho in a fun and engaging way. Use for VBS, a mission trip, as a stand-alone skit, or with others in the series. English and Spanish translations available.

“Easter eggs” are hidden all throughout our world in music and movies. Sometimes they give hope, other times they are just for fun. Here two friends discuss how Christ rising from the dead is the ultimate “easter egg.”

A new year is supposed to bring fresh starts and renewed joy, but for three people facing grief, illness, and uncertainty, the usual celebrations feel hollow. As their cheerful facades crack, they wrestle with the tension between faith and struggle, discovering that true hope isn’t found in pretending everything is okay, but in trusting God through the hard moments. A raw, honest, and ultimately uplifting reflection on what it means to carry faith into the new year.

In this funny, heartwarming, and easy to stage skit, Alex is overcome with emotion after watching yet another Hallmark Christmas movie. His wife Jill, however, is overcome with the chaos of the season. In the end, they are reminded of the power of “Fear Not” from the angel’s announcement of Christ’s birth, and the message they take to set aside the frantic pace of the season and focus on what matters most.