A Fish Story
Luke 5:1-11
Drama
by Robert F. Crowley

Theme: What is so compelling about the words of Jesus that changes people's lives?

Summary: Joash, a Pharisee and member of the Sanhedrin, questions Peter, Jesus' disciple, about the miraculous catch of fish and is persuaded to investigate.

Playing Time: 4 minutes

Setting: Anywhere a Pharisee could be alone with Peter

Props: None

Costumes: Hebrew of Jesus' time

Time: The time of Jesus

Cast:
Peter -- the fisherman
Joash -- a member of the Sanhedrin

JOASH: And what time of the day did this happen?

PETER: In the afternoon, sir.

JOASH: I'll listen to no more of your lies. Either you decide to tell me the truth, or I'll have you flogged.

PETER: It is the truth, sir.

JOASH: Nonsense! No one fishes in the afternoon in the Sea of Galilee!

PETER: It was in the afternoon, sir.

JOASH: E…

CSS Publishing, Lima, Ohio, Lectionary Scenes, by Robert F. Crowley