Birth Pains

SYNOPSIS: A thought-provoking monologue in poetic form that reflects on the pain Father, Mother, and Son experienced as Jesus became “Emmanuel, God with us.”

SETTING:  Present.

CHARACTER: A Mother.

PERFORMANCE TIME: 2-3 minutes

PERFORMANCE NOTE: Speak slowly and expressively. Emphasize and savor each word. Gesture as appropriate. Create a growing sense of wonder. Suggested arm movements at the end should flow smoothly from one to another. Build to a climax with the last two lines.

TOPICS: Christmas, Mary, Emmanuel, Cost of the Incarnation, Advent.

PERFORMANCE POSSIBILITIES: Worship Service, Outreach Event, Readers Theatre.

BIBLE REFERENCES: Matthew 1: 20-24; Luke 2: 6-14.

PROPS: Small table. Large basket filled with laundry to be folded. Place a towel near the top where it can be pulled out. Optional: Christmas tree or other decorations in the background. 

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