Ana Gobledale - drama readings

Pentecost interview of Andrew & Peter — Ana Gobledale, UK

An engaging ‘live’ interview with Andrew (Andreas) and Peter (Petro) on Pentecost Day Ready-to-print Scripts: Pentecost Drama – interview with Andrew – live from Jerusalem WORD Pentecost Drama – interview with Andrew – live from Jerusalem PDF Worship Leader:  Let us imagine ourselves transported through time and space to Jerusalem, two thousand years ago that […]

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Choices, drama about excess and need

A drama by Commitment for Life, adapted by Ana Gobledale Speaker 1: affluent western female stereotype Speaker 2: male or female Speaker 3: male or female, but a woman is more likely to be collecting the water. Speaker 1: What a great morning, sun shining.  I think I will get James to get the private […]

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Mission Moment: Youth from Gaza

While written specifically for URC Commitment for Life churches, this monologue, adapted from a Christian Aid news story, may be adapted easily for any congregation connected to Christian Aid or wishing to raise awareness of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Worship Leader: Commitment for Life is our church’s way to make a difference in the […]

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Mission Moment: Maged from Gaza, Occupied Palestinian Territory

While written specifically for URC Commitment for Life churches, this monologue, adapted from a Christian Aid news story, may be adapted easily for any congregation connected to Christian Aid. Worship Leader: Commitment for Life is our church’s way to make a difference in the world.  This global outreach programme enables us together to live out […]

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Mission Moment — Kakoli Khatun, Bangladesh

While written specifically for URC Commitment for Life churches, this monologue, adapted from a Christian Aid news story, may be adapted easily for any congregation connected to Christian Aid.   Worship Leader: Commitment for Life is our church’s way to make a difference in the world. This global outreach programme enables us together to live […]

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Mission Moment: Mrs Nyarai Zirugo, Zimbabwe

While this monologue is written specifically for URC Commitment for Life churches, it may be  adapted easily for any congregation connected to Christian Aid.  This monologue has been adapted from a Christian Aid news story. Worship Leader: Commitment for Life is our church’s way to make a difference in the world. Commitment for Life enables […]

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Mission Moment: Rabiya from Bangladesh

While written specifically for URC Commitment for Life churches, this monologue may be adapted easily for any congregation connected to Christian Aid UK.  (adapted from a Christian Aid news story) Worship Leader: Commitment for Life is our church’s way to make a difference in the world.  This global outreach programme enables us together to live […]

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Acceptance – Mary Magdalene monologue — Gobledales, UK

Meditation of Mary Magdalene By Tod& Ana Gobledale Those men, those disciples, they are not going to listen, I can tell you that now. They have always been suspicious of me. Right from the start, they wonder what Jesus thinks, getting mixed up with someone like me. I know what they will say, mark my […]

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Genesis 37, Joseph’s story dramatised — Ana Gobledale, UK

Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28 Proper 14 (19), Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, Year A Scripts ready-to-print Genesis 37 – Joseph story DRAMA WORD Genesis 37 – Joseph story DRAMA PDF Characters Narrator Joseph — to side, out of sight Jacob/Israel — centre stage on chair The Shechem Man Rueben — to side, out of sight Judah — […]

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Acts 2.1-42 Pentecost drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

Acts 2.1-42, the story of Pentecost, dramatised (adapted from the New Revised Standard Version) Parts: Storyteller Jew 1 Jew 2 Peter Disciple 1 Disciples (all congregation) If more people wish to participate, include a ‘crowd’ of Jews and a larger group of disciples. Props:  Large (at least 10-11 inches tall) paper flames, ‘tongues of fire’, for […]

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John 12:1-8, drama for 5th Sunday of Lent Year C– Ana Gobledale, UK

For 3 readers: Storyteller, Judas, Jesus Storyteller:  In today’s New Testament reading, John presents a struggle between financial care and costly extravagance, between financial management and abundant generosity. Hear anew the story of Mary and Judas at dinner with Jesus in Bethany. I am ready from chapter 12 of John’s Gospel. Six days before the […]

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Mark 6.1-13 Drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

Zoom (online) version Parts:  Narrator (Storyteller), Jew, Jesus, Disciple Ready-to-print:  Mark 6, 1-13 – a drama Script Narrator: In Mark’s gospel, chapter six, we hear a familiar story about Jesus starting out on his ministry. Hear and see Mark’s words come to life. Mark writes: Jesus left that place and came to his home town, […]

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Genesis 3.8-15 Drama, in the garden — Ana Gobledale

Adapted for Zoom or InPerson Readers: God, Adam, Eve, Storyteller Each reader holds a sign with their character’s ‘name’ on it in large letters. One could have fun with one additional screen with a snake in it; or a soft toy In-Person. Storyteller:  Today’s reading arises from Genesis chapter 3.  We find ourselves with Adam, […]

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Acts 1:15ff, Choosing Matthias, a drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 – inspired by the NRSV Seventh Sunday after Easter, Year B Readers: Storyteller, Peter, Group spokesperson Props:  a set of dice or two lengths of broom straw Storyteller: Peter had gathered with believers (together the crowd numbered about one hundred twenty persons). He stood up and spoke: Peter: Friends, the scripture had […]

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Acts 10:44-48, Drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

A drama to be used in worship, inspired by the NRSV text 3 Readers: Storyteller, Peter, Newly baptised person   Storyteller: While Peter was still speaking, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard the word. The circumcised believers who had come with Peter were astounded that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been […]

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Acts 19.1-17, The disciples were baptised, drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

Scripture     Acts 19:1-7  adapted from the New Revised Standard Version Readers:  Storyteller, Paul and 1 or 2 Disciples Storyteller:  While Apollos was in Corinth, Paul passed through the interior regions and came to Ephesus, where he found some disciples. Paul had this conversation with the disciples: Paul:  Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you […]

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Jonah & the plant, drama for on-line — Ana Gobledale, UK

Jonah 3:10–4:11 dramatised for on-line, on-screen, use Proper 20 (usually 16th Sunday after Pentecost), Year A Preparation: Keep it simple; line drawings will work fine. house plant or photo or drawing of a plant Worm – cut out, photo, soft toy or just a tube of some sort Sun – photo or drawing of a […]

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Matthew 14:13-21, loaves & fishes dramatised — Ana Gobledale, UK

Proper 13 (usually 9th Sunday after Pentecost) Year A Readers: Narrator, Jesus, Disciple 1, Disciple 2 Supplies: 5 bread rolls, two paper ‘fish’, lots of baskets, any costume items. Signboards for characters can prove helpful. Ready-to-download and print: Matthew 14.13-21 – feeding the crowd – drama PDF Matthew 14.13-21 – feeding the crowd – drama […]

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Good Samaritan & Seafarer Drama — Ana Gobledale

Luke 10:25-37  (8th Sunday of Pentecost, Year C) The story of the Good Samaritan adapted for Sea Sunday (usually held in July) For 3 Actors/Readers: Narrator, Lawyer and Jesus The lawyer, the beaten person, the Samaritan Seafarer and the passers-by might be any gender and may be referred to as ‘he’ ‘she’ or ‘they’. The […]

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Luke 23:33-43 drama, the crucifixion — Ana Gobledale, UK

Luke 23:33-43 – Jesus and the two criminals Told from the perspective of three Roman soldiers present at the crucifixion of Jesus. Appropriate for Good Friday or the 24th Sunday of Pentecost, Year C. Ready-to-print scripts: Luke 23, 33-43 drama PDF Luke 23, 33-43 drama  Storyteller: Today’s Gospel reading, from Luke’s account, reminds us how […]

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I, Mary Magdalene, an Easter drama — Ana & Tod Gobledale, UK

What words do we use to describe the mystery of Easter? Bodily resurrection?  Spiritual continuum? Risen?  Risen indeed? What words might Jesus’s friends have used to explain their experiences that day? This dramatic sketch, which might be titled, ‘Called by name’, presents words Mary Magdalene might have shared. Ready-to-print downloads of full script: Easter drama – […]

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Teenage Mary calls home, an Advent monologue — Ana & Tod Gobledale, UK

Title: I have good news…and bad news… Readings:  Micah 5:2-5a; Luke 1:39-55 This dramatic monologue, a phone conversation between pregnant teenage Mary and her Mum, was originally written as the sermon accompanying the lighting of the Advent Candle of Love.  It can be used effectively anytime during Advent. Notes: Mary pauses throughout the conversation when […]

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Acts 8 Drama, Philip & Ethiopian — Ana Gobledale, UK

The Holy Spirit propels Philip to the Ethiopian – a dramatisation Acts 8:26-40  (Year B, Easter 5) This might be incorporated into a celebration of baptism or the renewal of baptismal vows. Actors/readers:  Philip, Ethiopian, Storyteller (Narrator), Angel, Spirit Complete scripts — ready to download and print (2-sided): Drama, Acts 8, Philip & Ethiopian PDF Drama, […]

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Exodus 20, God’s Angel drama — Ana Gobledale

Exodus 20:20-22a & 23:20  (Proper 22, Year A) What do we think about ‘angels’?  What words express the phenomenon called ‘angel’ in the Bible? This drama, in which God promises to send an ‘angel’, might be used to open up reflection and discussion on the subject. Drama, Exodus 20 PDF Drama, Exodus 20 WORD Characters […]

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Amos 7:7-15 drama, Plumb-line — Ana Gobledale, UK

Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 10) Roles: God, Amos, Amaziah (priest), Jeroboam (king) Each role may be filled by any age or gender. Ready-to-print downloads of the script: PDF Amos 7, 7-15 – drama – Amos, God, King, Priest WORD Amos 7, 7-15 – drama – Amos, God, King, Priest Script Amos:  I am the […]

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Jonah 3:1-5,10 Drama — Tod & Ana Gobledale, UK

Dramatic presentation of Jonah 3:1-5,10 God changes… and invites us to change, too.     Printable ready-to-use copies of drama to download: WORD Dramatic interview of Mrs & Mr Jonah PDF Dramatic interview of Mrs & Mr Jonah Script Pray with me.  God may the words of our mouths and the thoughts of all of […]

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Matthew 15:21-18, Canaanite woman Drama, Proper 15A

Storyteller (narrator): Today’s New Testament reading is a story of Jesus being moved from judgment to mercy. We are reading from Matthew chapter 15, beginning with verse 21. Mathew writes: Jesus left that place and went away to the district of Tyre and Sidon.  Just then a Canaanite woman from that region, came out and […]

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Genesis 32:22-32 drama, wrestling with God – Proper 13A

Proper 13 (usually 9th Sunday after Pentecost), Year A Genesis 32: 22-32 Sermon Drama Wrestle with God, receive the blessing Adapted by Ana Gobledale, UK Downloads of full text, ready-to-print and use: DRAMA Genesis 32, 22-32, Jacob wrestles PDF DRAMA Genesis 32, 22-32, Jacob wrestles WORD Interviewer:   The scripture passage recounts Jacob’s saga, his trials […]

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Luke 3:1-6, Drama: Prepare ye the way — Tod & Ana Gobledale, UK

2nd Sunday of Advent,  Year C Luke 3:1-6 A Whimsical Encounter  — This can serve as the message/sermon. This drama involves two people.  One person starts out as if doing the regular reading of the passage. This might be the worship leader or the Minister, the person designated to “preach.”   The second person arrives […]

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Acts 2:1-21, Pentecost drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

The script is based on the text in the New Revised Version of the Bible, adapted by Ana Gobledale. Ready-to-print script: (for folding into a booklet) WORD Acts 2, 1-21 DRAMA Pentecost  PDF Acts 2, 1-21 DRAMA Pentecost  Actors/Readers: Storyteller, Peter, Disciple 1, Jew 1, Jew 2, Disciples (all congregation) PROPS:   Paper flames:   […]

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Acts 2, Pentecost Live from Jerusalem, Drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

Wirtten by Ana Gobledale, UK This ‘live’ interview of Peter and Andrew might be used as the sermon or message. Parts:  Andreas, Petros, Thaddeus, Reporter Copies of script ready to download and print: Pentecost Drama Sermon   Word download Pentecost Drama Sermon  PDF download Leader:  Let us imagine ourselves transported through time and space to Jerusalem, two […]

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Easter drama, at the tomb — Ana Gobledale, UK

A dramatic litany for Easter morning At the Tomb — A litany for 5+ voices 1st voice: Woman, why are you weeping? 1st woman: We mourn these dark days of death and denial. Abandoned, betrayed, forsaken. Left alone. Jesus gone. Where have they laid him? 1st voice: Woman, why are you weeping? 2nd woman: We […]

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Mark 10:17-31, Rich Ruler, a modern drama — Gobledales, UK

Mark 10:17–31 Twenty-first Sunday of Pentecost, Year B A modern adaptation by Tod & Ana Gobledale, UK Click here to download the complete script in Word. Click here for complete script in pdf. PREPARATION:   Keys and wallet placed about for Rich Man to find. CAST:  Rich Man (starts at front with hand-held microphone) Jesus: starts […]

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Micah 6:1-8 drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

Fourth Sunday after Epiphany, Year A Narrator:  Today’s reading is from the Prophet Micah, chapter 6, beginning with verse 1. Micah places us in a court room drama. First the judge speaks, ordering the complainant to rise, and introducing the case. Then God brings charges against Israel, God’s own people. Then Micah responds on behalf […]

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Exodus 1 Drama — Ana Gobledale, UK

Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost, Year A Ready-to-Act:  a story from Exodus 1:8-2:10  Characters:  1) Narrator, 2) Pharoah,  3) Pharoah’s Daughter, 4) Miriam,  5) Midwife Shiphrah,  6) Midwife Puah Provide large-font copies for all actor/readers; no memorization required. Print landscape with two columns to avoid hiding mouths behind sheets. Script Narrator:   Now a new king […]

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