Cross Themed Scripts
Find the right script to perform for your church, school or next event.
Anyway
Anyway
Several characters surrounding Jesus give an account of how their lives have been forever changed by the One who redeems us all.
- Characters: 4
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 3-5 minutes
Before The Clock Strikes Two
Before The Clock Strikes Two
When we reflect on Peter’s denial of knowing Jesus, do we think we could have done better? How do we deny Jesus in our daily lives?
- Characters: 4
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 5-7 minutes
I Can’t See The Cross
I Can’t See The Cross
Can our own attitudes cause us to miss celebrating Easter? See how a man is more concerned with fashion than worship. What barriers keep us from focusing on God?
- Characters: 3
- Genre: Comedy
- Length: 4-6 minutes
The Cell
The Cell
A man is taken hostage and tortured in a metaphorical look at what Christ did for us on the Cross.
- Characters: 4
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 3-4 minutes
Easter Trilogy
Easter Trilogy
This script is three readings- Christ’s death, His resurrection, and our response to the Living Lord. This script is perfect for incorporating into your Easter morning worship service.
- Characters: 2
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 4 minutes
All Mom Wants for Easter
All Mom Wants for Easter
Two moms want to redirect their families focus at Easter time from bunnies and eggs to Christ’s gift to us through His resurrection and share their ideas of how to do so…each in their own way.
- Characters: 2
- Genre: Comedy
- Length: 3-5 minutes
Easter Is Everything
Easter Is Everything
Mary Magdalene shares the story of when she came to know Jesus, and tells about her front-row seat to the event that changed the course of eternity.
- Characters: 1
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 4-6 minutes
These Hands
These Hands
We use our hands for many things, some of which God never intended, yet He still sent His son to provide a way for us to join Him forever. In this dramatic series of monologues, seven people examine the work of their hands and realize they need a change.
- Characters: 8
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 5-6 minutes
Greatest Story Ever Told
Greatest Story Ever Told
Don’t have the preparation time, massive cast of actors, or camel rental budget for a huge Easter production this year? We’ve got the solution: a hybrid between a Readers’ Theatre and a Script that will help you present the Greatest Story Ever Told. The powerful story of Christ’s death on the cross and the events leading up to his ultimate sacrifice.
- Characters: 4
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 6-8 minutes
The Easter Apology
The Easter Apology
An explanation of Easter.
- Characters: 1
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 3-4 minutes
He Is Alive: Responsive Reading
He Is Alive: Responsive Reading
Worship the risen Savior through scripture this Easter with “He Is Alive: A Responsive Reading” by Eddie James! This script is perfect for those of us who want to be creative in our Easter service but don’t have a lot of time.
- Characters: 3
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 1-3 minutes
The Search
The Search
While helping his daughter hunt for Easter eggs, a dad wonders how this tradition fits in to the holiday. This script is perfect for your Easter Sunday, or to encourage your congregation to reach out to someone who is searching during this time of Christian celebration.
- Characters: 1
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 4-5 minutes
At the Cross: The Two Thieves
At the Cross: The Two Thieves
During the crucifixion, Jesus hung on his cross between two thieves- one believed and one did not.
- Characters: 2
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 2-3 minutes
The Transformation of a Roman Centurion
The Transformation of a Roman Centurion
Many of us feel cemented into our lives and lifestyles by our histories or habits. We mistakenly feel unworthy of God’s grace and we spend our time trying to find our place among life’s consolation prizes. But if a Roman Centurion can realize the renewing gift of Christ’s salvation, how can we not?
- Characters: 2
- Genre: Comedy
- Length: 5 minutes
Eyewitness - An Easter Play for Children
Eyewitness - An Easter Play for Children
It’s two days after the resurrection of Jesus and the disciples are a little on edge about what will happen next. As they hide away and lay low until things calm down, they reminisce about their time with Jesus. Narrated from the perspective of a young girl, this simple play is a “what if” about the events after Jesus death on the cross. Hear “eyewitness testimonies” from some really fun characters.
- Characters: 19
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 25-30 minutes
Between the Giants: A Christmas Play
Between the Giants: A Christmas Play
Set in a coffee shop, modern day characters from the Christmas story come to life as they celebrate Christmas and realize there’s more to our Christian lives than just living between the giants of Christmas and Easter.
- Characters: 9
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 30 minutes
On The Way to The Cross
On The Way to The Cross
Follow Jesus through His ministry as He makes His way to pay the ultimate sacrifice for you and me.
- Characters: 4
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 4-6 minutes
At the Cross: Mary and the Lord Jesus
At the Cross: Mary and the Lord Jesus
Mary, the mother of Jesus remembers her son the day he is crucified.
- Characters: 1 Female
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 2-3 minutes
John, The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved
John, The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved
A great monologue for Holy Week from the Apostle John as he tells of the events in the upper room, Gethsemene, the trial of Christ, and His crucifixion.
- Characters: 1
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 10-12 minutes
Easter Reading Script
Easter Reading Script
This reading takes selected verses from the Gospels and tells the story of the Last Supper through Christ’s resurrection.
- Characters: 3
- Genre: Drama
- Length: 3-5 minutes
Some Chose, Some Did Not
Some Chose, Some Did Not
A re-telling of the story that involves Jesus’ last days, crucifixion, and resurrection.
- Characters: 6
- Genre: Drama
