Download or read book Women in the Wings written by Jacqueline Sharer Robertson and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2006-01-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Solidly rooted in the biblical story, gifted with creative imagination, and acutely aware of issues faced by people today, Pastor Jacqueline Sharer Robertson brings women of the Bible to life in ways that strengthen our relationships with God and one another. These sermons will inspire preachers to greater creativity and imagination. George G. Carlson Bishop, South-Central Synod of Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Turn ordinary sermons into memorable occasions with this set of 20 dramatic monologues that can be used by female pastors, lay speakers, or other worship leaders. Women In The Wings highlights the role of women in the Christian story, as scripture passages are brought to life and interpreted by the women who were there. Each monologue tells the story of a biblical character, or of someone who might have witnessed the biblical narrative unfold. Women In The Wings provides a user-friendly approach to communicating the gospel through drama -- each thought-provoking monologue comes with theological reflections ("Making It Preach") plus staging instructions and performance tips ("Making It Play") that makes it accessible for anyone. And this material isn't just for use in worship -- it's also great for women's retreats or as discussion starters for Bible study. If you let the women in these monologues share the pulpit with you, together you'll preach the Word in fresh and meaningful ways. Robertson brings together her experience as an actor with her years as a pastor to create narratives which ring true to life. Sophisticated understandings of scripture, theology, and human nature are expressed in simple, natural language. At the same time, careful and critical attention to the biblical text and engaging communication of the gospel give these monologues integrity. Ruth Duck Professor of Worship Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary Jacqueline Sharer Robertson is the pastor of Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church in Mt. Horeb, Wisconsin. She previously served congregations in Illinois and Wisconsin, and has also been a writer, performer, and community organizer. Robertson holds degrees from Illinois Wesleyan University (B.F.A. in musical theatre) and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary (M.Div.).
Download or read book Daughters of God written by Wanda Wallin Bristow and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2021-05-14 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Within ten engaging monologues, the influential stories of biblical women, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments, come alive as each shares her thoughts, emotions, and experiences of faith. In voices that still speak to us today, Eve, Hannah, Naomi, Ruth, Esther, Lady Wisdom, Mary Mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene, Martha of Bethany, and Mary of Bethany bring us powerful messages from God’s word. While exploring the details of these women’s lives and perspectives, each drama also offers valuable lessons to be learned from their stories and views that highlight their courage, faith, and ability to inspire those around them. Included is guidance on how to perform these dramas, with tips on memorization and characterization, staging, props, and costumes. “This resource of thoroughly researched and well-written dramas will be a valuable addition to any Bible study or church organization desiring to explore and to learn from the lives of women of the Bible. ...” —Cheryl L. Nydam, Bible teacher and retreat speaker
Download or read book Lady Parts written by Kathryn D. Blanchard and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2012-11-13 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How might women in the Bible tell their stories if they were prompted to do so by Eve Ensler's controversial play, The Vagina Monologues? This collection imagines some answers to that question. The monologues herein are written by a variety of authors, including scholars, undergraduates, clergy, and laywomen; the content of the narratives reflects this variety, being at times faithful or irreverent, tragic or even funny. All seek to give twenty-first-century voices to women in canonical texts--including the Hebrew Bible, Deuterocanonical books, and New Testament--who are often speechless, nameless, or otherwise marginalized. Not for the faint of heart, these monologues not only end the silences but also add flesh and bone to characters whose experiences have too easily been justified, metaphorized, or altogether ignored. By naming the torn places in these women's stories, this volume invites readers to encounter both the biblical characters and their contemporary interpreters with an attitude of compassionate listening. Our hope is that such compassionate listening may contribute not only to more just readings of sacred texts, but also to the mission of Eve Ensler and V-Day to end global violence against women and girls.
Download or read book Monologues of Women of the Bible written by Iva I. Williams-Harris and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2019-07-12 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Monologues of Women of the Bible is designed to provide Christian monologues in the market place, particularly for female actors. This will give actors additional choices of monologues to select. Perhaps, these monologues will address and help someone who is experiencing spiritual warfares in their lives.
Download or read book 52 Bible Characters Dramatized written by Kenneth W. Osbeck and published by Kregel Publications. This book was released on with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the stories of fifty-two Bible characters through short monologues.
Download or read book Word of the Wives written by Michele Guinness and published by Authentic Media Inc. This book was released on 2010-05-01 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Behind every great man there's a woman who has to put up with him. Now the unheard women of the Bible speak out in an imaginative collection of monologues, setting the story straight from their unique perspective. From the amusing to the moving, the arresting to the irreverent, intriguingly charming and alarmingly frank, over twenty-five pieces to read or perform retell the stories of biblical men seen through the discerning eyes of their wives.
Download or read book Dramatic Sermonettes by Women of the Bible written by Colleen Ann Gonzalez and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join us on our journey as we venture into the exciting world of women in the Bible. We discover that these women of ancient days had the same passionate longings, joys, fears, and disappointments we women have today. Transform the stories of biblical women from the dry printed page into the living essence of dramatic presentations. Learn how to write and present your own characters—or use our sermonettes—to enliven and enhance your worship services.
Download or read book Speaking for Ourselves written by Katerina Katsarka Whitley and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 1998-11 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In these inspiring monologues, women of the Bible speak in their own voices: the Virgin Mary, Miriam, Mary Magdalene, Elizabeth, Lydia, Ruth, Martha, Gomer, Michal, Tamar, Peter s wife, and others."
Download or read book Women of the Bible Tell Their Stories written by Mary E. Jensen and published by Augsburg Fortress Pub. This book was released on 1978-01-01 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Selections from A Clamorous Silence written by Judith Levey-Kurlander and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Monologues for Wives of the Bible written by Jonnie Kidd Whittington and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-11 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Women love the Monologues for the six characters of the Wives of the Bible study book. Seeing one of your students dress as the Biblical wife and recite the monologue brings the lessons to life. Also included are instructions for making a biblical head piece and advice on costumes.
Download or read book Faith of Our Mothers written by LaNell Johnson and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Faith of Our Mothers is a unique approach to well-known stories, helping to bring biblical characters and women of faith to life before our eyes. This book contains many monologues that portray biblical women who went above the expectations of the day, eager to teach others about the love of God. Through use of these monologues, lay people and church leaders alike can don the personalities of women such as: Eve, Mary, Esther, and more. More "contemporary" women represented within these pages include Suzanna Wesley Katie Von Bora Luther and, Sojourner Truth This work can be used for church women's groups, during Wednesday night fellowship, vacation bible school, worship services and seasonal services. These portrayals allow for classic stories to be revisited in a new light, as well as bring lesser-known tales to the foreground. Although this book does consist of monologues and costume ideas for each performance, there is no difficulty falling into the roles provided by LaNell Johnson. Her words allow the performances to be memorized or read aloud while maintaining their message about God's dedication and love for his people"--
Download or read book Seeing for Ourselves written by Katerina Katsarka Whitley and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2002-01-01 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this provocative collection of dramatic monologues, the author gives powerful voice to the New Testament women who met Jesus before and after the Resurrection.There are many powerful women in the Bible, but their descriptions are almost always tantalizingly brief. If they had the chance to tell their own stories in their own voices, what would they have said? Basing her interpretation of these women on extensive research, Katerina Whitley puts herself in their shoes, giving today’s listeners a fuller understanding of each of their stories. The women explored, some well-known and others less familiar, include the Virgin Mary, Miriam, Mary Magdalene, Elizabeth, the Syrophoenician or Canaanite woman, Lydia, Ruth, Martha, Gomer, Michal, Tamar, and Peter’s wife. Each woman speaks for herself in these monologues, in a way that brings the biblical issues and questions into contemporary focus. An introduction to each woman and study questions at the end of each piece make this an ideal book for individuals and groups.
Download or read book A Mixed Bouquet written by Joan Mcgehee Billings and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2009-08-04 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautifully illustrated collection of interpretive monologues of twelve women of the Bible interwoven with a flower theme.
Download or read book Thus Saith Eve written by chris wind and published by XinXii. This book was released on 2011-11-01 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eve should be blamed for choosing the apple? For choosing knowledge over obedience? Knowledge of good and evil? She thinks not. Mary insists she be recognized for who she is--the mother of God. And, well, you can imagine what Noah’s wife had to say about his grand idea. Nineteen epistles in all. Not only good reading, but also well-suited for auditions. “In this book the voices and personalities of women such as Noah’s wife, Mary of Bethany, Zipporah, and Vashti are reimagined in an exciting and empowering way. ... As in her other works, Wind uses historical people, events, and understandings to build a truly wonderful source of feminist fiction. In addition to being an extremely enjoyable and thought provoking read, the monologues can also be used for audition and performance pieces. ..." Katie M. Deaver, feminismandreligion.com
Download or read book Mary of Nazareth written by Lynda Pujado and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mary of Nazareth lived a dangerously demanding, yet holy life, She knew loneliness and poverty and endured extreme hardships of faith while maintaining a close relationship with God. During the crucifixion she knew raging and numbed pain that challenged her sanity. But her joy was overflowing after the Resurrection. Her story provides powerful information about God's sovereignty in the universe toward those who believe in Him and seek Him. Based primarily on the gospel of Luke, the sole New Testament writer to interview and consider the female point of view, this dramatic monologue comes complete with an Order of Worship. It provides powerful insight into Mary's suffering and, likewise, the joy she felt from her conquering on. The presentation is divided into five sections, making it possible to use as a five week series allowing five different women to participate instead of just one. It also provides hymn suggestions that help to amplify the monologue. This easily yet effectively prepared service offers a profound experience any time during the Lenten season. Lynda Pujado, a graduate of the University of Minnesota, the Moody Bible Institute and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, has been writing Christian poetry, music, and drama for children and adults for years. Her work has been published by Standard Publishing Company, Leadership magazine, the National Christian Reporter, Lutheran Digest and Educational Ministries, Inc.
Download or read book The Vagina Monologues written by Eve Ensler and published by Villard Books. This book was released on 2001 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on conversations with hundreds of women about their genitalia, the author presents a collection of performance pieces from her one-woman show of the same name.
