Four youth, rehearsing a church Christmas play, are perplexed about why everyone appears so busy at Christmas. Through a series of events, the youth learn, to their surprise, that the real meaning of Christmas is God's gift of Jesus.
Highlights of this drama:
- Easy-to-rehearse
- Simple, yet powerful message
- Parts for four youths, up to ten young children and two adults
- Five original songs for young singers
- Complete order of worship provided
- Performance time from 35 to 45 minutes
Phyllis Futer is a free-lance writer and member of the Leola United Methodist Church, Leola, Pennsylvania. Her special interest is youth and children's ministry. With the assistance of church musician, Lorraine Gernert, she worked with a children's choir in creating this resource.