Cast:
John the Baptist
Usher
First Church Official
Second Church Official

Length: 6 minutes

There are three stools placed at the front of the sanctuary. JOHN the BAPTIST, wearing clothing made of camel's hair or animal skins with a leather belt around his waist, his hair wild and unruly, comes into the sanctuary through the back door. His first speech should be memorized and his script could be waiting for him on his stool. The USHER must also memorize his few lines.

JOHN: (In a loud voice) Prepare the way of the Lord! Make straight his path! Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!

He comes down the center aisle toward the front, repeating these lines as often as necessary, and takes his seat on the center stool. An USHER hurries after him.

USHER: Wait! Sir!

JOHN: (To the audie…