How can you convince your worship community that scripture continues to reflect contemporary experience? Present one of these dramas, which combine select Sunday lectionary readings with dramatic slices of life. As the action takes place, your community members will see for themselves how biblical principles apply directly to their lives. For example, if your community is struggling with reconciliation issues, "One Final Meal" can inspire them to forgive others as Jesus forgave Peter's three-time denial. Or, if they believe that finding inner peace is impossible in a sinful world, "Crushed Unto Glory" can re-instill their hope in this promise: "But rejoice insofar as you are sharing Christ's sufferings, so that you may also be glad and shout for joy when his glory is revealed! (1 Pet 4:13-16). Use these creative dramas in liturgical, religious education, or other small faith-group settings to engage your community's imagination and nurture their prayer, reflection, and study. - back of book.