Holy Hype
Matthew 11:1-19
Drama
by Robert F. Crowley

Theme: We can miss the man, Jesus, if we become enthralled with His works. We can miss the Father if we cannot see Jesus.

Summary: A slick public relations person is telephoning Jesus to set up a glitzy itinerary to promote Jesus' ministry. Jesus tells him He doesn't need that. (A monologue)

Playing Time: 3 minutes

Setting: Anywhere

Props: A mobile phone

Costumes: A sharp suit

Time: The present

Cast: HARRY (This character could be male or female)

HARRY: (ON THE PHONE) Hello, uh, hello. This is Mr. Hastings, Harry Hastings from Hastings Promotions. Put me through to Jesus. He's what? What! Praying? Oh, no, that just won't do. Huh? Oh, nothing.

Well, of course He knows me. Yes, we did do lunch together last week. Don't worry. He'll remember me. Hastings Promotions, yes. Ple…

CCS Publishing Company, Inc, 57 Vignettes For Cycle A, by Robert F. Crowley