Halloween… what’s a Christian to do with it? Some few, remembering their own innocent childhood fun, celebrate it with their kids, creating new memories. But generally, believers fall into one of two camps. Either they ignore it, wishing it would go away, or they severely lambast it and condemn those who participate in it. Neither reaction is particularly effective for… Read more »
“Tricks or Treats: Scare vs Share” Written by Frederick Passmore Copyright 2005 Sheep Laughs Publications Synopsis: A Christian wife takes the opportunity to hand out Gospel tracts with the candy for Halloween: “share,” but her husband has a different idea: “scare!” Will the kids get “tricked” or “treated?” And what about the neighbors that pop in unexpectedly? A short, fun (and… Read more »
“The Telltale Talent” Written by Frederick Passmore Copyright 2003 Sheep Laughs Publications Synopsis: A fellow, asked to direct a church play, declines due to a lack of faith in his ability. Later, while napping, an angel visits him in a vision and takes him to the Graveyard of Buried Talents. There he is confronted not only with the reality of… Read more »
Here are a couple of videos from churches that did “The Creature In The Closet.” Most recently, in June of 2021, the Main Street Baptist Church in Georgetown TX performed it during their morning service. Click here to view their service video, and go to 33:13 if you wish to view just the performance. —————– I received this email recently from… Read more »
“The Creature In The Closet” Written by Frederick Passmore Copyright 2005 Sheep Laughs Publications What is the nasty little monster that is hiding in Ron’s closet? And how is it coming between him and his neighbor? A parable comedy skit about the dangers of unforgiveness. Something stinks in this guy’s house, and it ain’t his socks. This 8-10 minute script… Read more »
“In The Shadow Of Death” Written by Frederick Passmore Copyright 1995-2018 Sheep Laughs Publications Synopsis: In this modern parable, a young person at a party is confronted by the Grim Reaper and seeks the guidance of those around him for ways to deal with it. Death closes in as the main character rejects the typical advice given for dealing with… Read more »
“Assignment: Hindrance!” Written by Frederick Passmore Copyright 2009 Sheep Laughs Publications Synopsis: This short skit follows the chance meeting of a couple of demons, Scuzzy and Sleazy, as they converse about the ups and downs of being assigned to hinder Christians. One is cheerful, the other tired, bandaged and depressed. The cheerful one has been assigned to a worldly, carnal Christian,… Read more »
“A Midnight Dreary” Written by Frederick Passmore Copyright 2015 Sheep Laughs Publications Synposis: A highly entertaining 18-minute two-man play that is easy to do… with no dialog to learn! All the action is performed to a fully-produced CD with the narration, music and sound effects. Perfect for Fall Festivals or Halloween Alternative events, but can be done any time. A… Read more »
I received this email recently from KelvinBueckert: “A few years ago my group HisImage Productions did A Midnight Dreary and A Creature in the Closet. Recently looked over footage that was filmed of those performances…thinking I should put them on our community TV channel for Halloween. I wanted to share them with you also.” -Kelvin The script page is here: A Midnight Dreary… Read more »