Generations

Drama suitable for use in service by large churches illustrating the geneaology of Jesus, as told in Matthew 1v1-16 in a participative way. Cast of 1 narrator, 2 men (1 non speaking), 1 or more helpers to draw out volunteers from the congregation. [Copywright note - uses Bible text mixed in with other material - is this OK?]

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Extract:

Needs a narrator (N), Abraham (A), Jesus (J) and one or more helpers to select
and direct volunteers. Numbers show the sequence for men, letters for women.
 
N: [from lectern]
We are reading from Matthew chapter 1 – and will need some help.  [Helpers] will
choose suitable people.  If they ask you, please come forward and stand at the
front where you are shown.  Itʼs quite safe – you will not be asked to do or say
anything.
 
[Helpers get ready – eg one in each aisle, alternately finding volunteer.]
 
N: The genealogy of Jesus Christ, son of David, son of Abraham.  
[Abraham comes forward.  He will then help direct the “volunteers” to right place
in line, while also making comments as shown in italics.]
N: Abraham1 was the father of Isaac2,  
First man selected by helper sent forward to stand next to Abraham.
A: I nearly killed you – but God stopped me.
N: Isaac of Jacob3,  
A: He was one of twins – double trouble.
Second man selected sent forward to stand next to Isaac.
N: Jacob of Judah4 and his brothers,  
Third men sent forward by helper(s) – could also add boys as younger brothers.  
A: Twelve of them – well done boy!