Ever since Leon discovered that his name spelled backwards is Noel, he’s felt called to tell the world the true meaning of Christmas. But when he tries out for every role in the Christmas pageant, he finds that he’s the only one that doesn’t get a part. Created by Dennis and Nan Allen.
The Flower of the Holy Night
Theme: Christmas
Age: Middle Elementary
Length: 30 Minutes
While shops, homes, and churches are ablaze at Christmas time with beautiful poinsettias, few realize the fascinating story behind this “flower of the night”. This musical is a special telling of the story of the poinsettia plant. Songs include “God Listens to a Heart of a Child”, “Feliz Navidad”, and “Happy Birthday, Jesus”. Written by Walker and Andrews.
Follow the Star
Theme: Christmas
Age: Middle/Upper Elementary
Length: 23 Minutes
More commonly known as the “three wise men” or “the three kings” the journey of the Magi is an amazing story of obedience, faith, and worship. Join the fantastic story of these three companions as they set their sights on a bright star in the heavens that would ultimately lead them to the Christ-child. Songs include “We Three Kings”, “Out of the Bethlehem Sky”, “Carol Medley”, and more. Created by Williams, Gambill, and Ebensberger.
For the Glory of the Newborn King
Theme: Christmas
Age: Middle/Upper Elementary
Length: 25 Minutes
“I wonder what presents I’ll receive for Christmas?” With all the decorations and bright lights, the candies and cookies, and the fun days with no school, this is a burning question most kids have in the days leading up to Christmas. And it’s the same question that Bradley had. Join Abigail, Emily, Alex, and the rest of the kids as they help reming him of the real meaning of Christmas and why we worship the Christ-child. Songs include: “Welcome the Newborn King”; “O Lamb of God”, “Emmanuel” and more. Created by Williams, Gambil, and Ebenberger.
Get to the Manger
Theme: Christmas
Age: Upper Elementary
Length: 40 Minutes
A sequel to No Wonder, this sacred children’s musical is once again chocked full of vitality and opportunity for children’s worship at Christmastime. Very upbeat songs include “”Salvation Is Here”, “All Is Well, Immanuel”, “Just Wanna Love You”, and more. Created by Annette Oden.
God's Rainbow Promises of Christmas
Theme: Christmas
Age: Lower/Middle Elementary
Length: 20 Minutes
Several children-shepherds are watching their sheep for their parents, who have gone into Bethlehem for the census and tax. During their tending, a light rain falls and a rainbow appears - only this rainbow is alive! It turns out that the rainbow, which is a symbol of God's promises, is actually made up of different colored angels. Each color stands for a different promise of God. That night the white angel appears and announces the birth of Jesus. Songs include "Seven Shepherds Waiting", "Your Great Love Continues Forever", and "Come, All You Shepherd".
The Greatest Christmas Card in the World
Theme: Christmas
Age: Middle Elementary
Length: 30 Minutes
A family wants to select a Christmas card that will best tell others how they feel about Christmas. Father wants holly and ivy. Mother wants carolers. Jenny wants Santa's helpers and Timmy wants shepherd. Finally little Jill asks for Mary and Joseph, and the baby Jesus. Songs include "Here We Go A-Caroling", "The King's Song", and "You Are God's Son". Created by Fred Bock and Betty Hager.
Guess Who's Coming to Bethlehem?
Theme: Christmas
Age: Lower/Middle Elementary
Length: 15 Minutes
The animals in the
Bethlehem
stable have been informed of the coming Messiah, but they aren’t quite sure who it will be. The lamb thinks it’s a lamb. The dove thinks it’s a dove. Likewise the other animals have their own thoughts who this mysterious visitor will be. You children will perform the Christmas story in a fresh and creative way. Some songs include: “Hoo, Hoo, Hoo Can It Be?”, “What Shall We Bring?”, “Baby’s Lullaby”. Created by Michael and Jill Gallina.
Holiday in Bethlehem
Theme: Christmas
Age: Lower/Middle Elementary
Length: 27 Minutes
This musical tells the story of Joseph and Mary going from inn to inn, being turned away, and finally winding up at the stable. It shows the many reasons "inns" are closed today including the "Care Less Inn", the "Good Life Inn", the "Procrastinator's Inn", and the "Lost Chance Inn". Songs include "No Room", "Too Busy", "I Could Care Less", and "Wake Up, Baby Jesus".
Hotel Bethlehem
Theme: Christmas
Age: Lower/Middle/Upper Elementary
Length: 38 Minutes
"Welcome to Hotel Bethlehem! Our mighty king, Caesar Augustus has sent his decree to us all insisting that we all be counted. Guests are arriving from the North, South, East and West to register. Hotel Bethlehem is bubbling with excitement but something wonderful is about to happen." Created by Pam Andrews.
It All Happened in the Country
Theme: Christmas
Age: Middle/Upper Elementary
Length: 40 Minutes
Daniel and Chelsea, two city slickers, get stranded in the country and find out there is more to Christmas than the hustle and bustle of presents and decorations. With the help of Cora May, cousin Luther, Uncle Yule and Granny, they learn the story of Christ’s birth and how “It All Happened in the Country” . . . the countryside of Bethlehem. Songs include: “Christmas in the City”; “Jingle Rap”; “Ballad of the Shepherds” and more. Created by Dennis and Nan Allen.
Joyland
Theme: Christmas
Age: Middle/Upper Elementary
Length: 50 Minutes
Welcome to Joyland where Christmas will never be the same again as told in this marvelous story about giving. Unsold toys have been left behind at Joyland Toy Store on Christmas Eve. Magically, the toys come alive helping us see the meaning of giving at Christmas time. Songs include “God’s Got a Plan for Me”, “Shine Your Light for Jesus”, and “Give a Gift This Christmas”. Written by Andrews and DeVries.
A King is Coming to Town
Theme: Christmas
Age: Middle/Upper Elementary
Length: 40 Minutes
Come along to the little town of
Rumor
’s
Mill
,
USA
, where this morning the whole town seems to have gathered in the town square. What sparked all the excitement? A sign, posted anonymously, declaring that “A King Is Coming to Town.” Just who the king is, no one seems to know, but that doesn’t stop residents from getting ready. Created by Geron Davis, Sue Smith and Craig Adams.
Listen to the Angels
Theme: Christmas
Age: Lower/Middle Elementary
Length: 16 Minutes
The angels at Angel Central in the Heavenly Realms are busy as usual, but the new angel on the block wants to hear the full story once again of what happened on that first Christmas night. Songs include "Christmas Is a Celebration", "Mary, You’ve Been Chosen", and "On a Night Like Tonight". Created by Tina English.
Little Christmas Traveler
Theme: Christmas
Age: Lower Elementary
Length: 16 Minutes
Angels are singing and the shepherds are hurrying to the manger to see the newborn King. Benjamin is a shepherd boy whose father says is too young to make the journey, so he sets out on his own with his pet sheep and a loaf of bread to find Bethlehem and the baby. During his journey, this little traveler learns some important truths.
Little Drummer Boy
Theme: Christmas
Age: Middle/Upper Elementary
Length: 50 Minutes
This is the story behind the "little drummer boy, Michael. He plays in the band at his school. The students are getting ready for the Christmas parade under the direction of a newmusic teacher. Through her help and the school janitor Michael realizes he needs a "tune-up". Includes these two great songs, "A Touch of the Master's Hands" and "The Little Drummer Boy". Created by David and Celeste Clydesdale.