Seasonal Resources
Mother's Day,
Father's Day, Graduation,
Patriotic Holidays and Summer Programming
Training DVDs and Video Resources
Dowel 9-1-1 and Fingers & Fabrics – Our most popular two "beginner" videos now available on DVD! Dowel 9-1-1 features the God Rod choreography to "This Day" by Point of Grace is an excellent piece for Mother's Day, Father's Day or Graduation. Two great videos on one DVD for a reduced price of $30.00! DVD $30
Missions in Motion – Our first bi-lingual video is excellent for Summer Missions Trips! All four songs are presented English on the video but also available in Spanish by the same artist! “Lion and the Lamb” by Crystal Lewis depicts the poignant scenes of Jesus’ life beginning with His birth and ending with a dramatic portrayal of His resurrection using capes as curtains. A unique perspective of the crucifixion is presented in the song “Via Dolorosa” by Sandi Patti using tableau and mime. How about an interpretation of Jaci Velasquez’ “Flower in the Rain” using body sacks? Wow! Lastly, our leap of faith into the 21st century is the use of “Hip-Hop” to interpret “It’s Real” by the Katinas. VHS only $20
Knight Moves – Four creative movement pieces designed for children (ages Pre-K - Grade 6) using a variety of movement concepts: dowel rods, tableau, pantomime, sign interpretation, dance and others! This training resource was created to use with our VBS curriculum "Knights of the Lord's Table" but stand alone as a movement resource for kids. Sons include, "Word of God Speak" by Mercy Me, "Jump Up" by Doug Horley, "Let the Lord Make You Strong" by GodPrints and a tableau for the 'Parable of the Unmerciful Servant'. DVD $20
Beach Weak – This video, performed by 4th - 6th graders, uses fun and creative choreography with 'beach props' and is an excellent tool for summer outreaches! The choreography is appropriate for all age groups! Songs include "I Can Only Imagine" by Mercy Me, "When You Give" by Mark Schultz, "The End of the Beginning" by David Phelps, and a tableau for the 'Parable of the Good Samaritan'. DVD $20
Patriot Acts – This extended DVD is a compilation of six pieces that are choreographed for 'patriotic' holidays using God Rods, streamers and flags! The songs include "An Honor to Serve" by Ray Boltz, "Freedom Battle" by Michael W. Smith, "God Bless America" by Celine Dion, and "The Star Spangled Banner" by Jeff Smith. This resource also included "Pledge Allegiance to the Lamb" by Ray Boltz and "God's Got An Army" by Carman. DVD $25
Loco Motion - 'Crazy Fun'! This DVD uses clever and creative choreography and fun movements to songs about water themes and faith stories. A perfect accompaniment to our "Pirates of the I Don't Care-ibbean" musical and VBS. The choreography includes human video concepts with featured props. Songs include "Dive" by Steven Curtis Chapman (streamers), "Noah" by BrothersKeeper (umbrellas), "Big Fish" by FFH (rope), and "Pharaoh, Pharaoh" (fabric and flags). DVD $20
TWIGS - These four pieces are choreographed for kids through six (although older groups will appreciate the simple but stunning choreography too!) and covers selected days in the church calendar year for special programming. "One King" by Point of Grace (Christmas); "Do I Do" by Carman (VBS); "Longer" performed by Jeff Smith (Father's Day/Mother's Day); "The Tale of the Three Trees" recorded by Jeff Smith (Easter). DVD $20
Signs 4 Hymn - Four new pieces incorporating sign art into choreography using hymns. The collection is a contemporary sound of three traditional hymns and movement to one modern-day hymn. Song selections include “How Great Thou Art” by Matthew Ward from Second Chapter of Acts; “Amazing Grace” by Avalon; “Total Praise” by Avalon; and the modern day hymn “In Christ Alone” (excellent for summer outreach and mission trips) written by Keith Getty and Stuart Townsend and performed by Avalon. This resource is a great way to introduce simple movement ideas into a traditional church setting using always-popular hymns. The video uses college age students in performance but the choreography is suitable for middle school and above. DVD $20.
Children's Resources
Pirates of the "I Don't Care"-ibbean Musical and VBS– Jeff Smith's new children's musical, Pirates of the "I Don't Care"-ibbean, is sure to be a big hit with kids! Creator Jeff Smith wants kids to learn that, "You are not created to be on a deserted island, guarding someone else's treasure. Your real treasure is in heaven, not on earth. Avarice is a tool of the enemy to keep you from becoming all God created you to be on earth. In the story, Andy exposes the lies of the evil captain and helps the pirates assume their rightful place on the sea." To order the musical, click Pirates Musical! Pirates of the "I Don't Care"-ibbean VBS is to be used in conjunction with the musical. VBS curriculum includes both a CD and CD-ROM. A complete crafts manual, offering song, interactive Bible story scripts, and daily introduction sketches on CD-ROM. Four scripture memory verse Rep Raps on CD. Click Pirates VBS to order yours today!
Missing Body of Christ– This kid's creative arts camp, "The Missing Body of Christ", has a "Spy-Kids' themed program on the 'body of Christ'. The program teaches children the importance of using their gifts according to God's plan for the church and culminates in a a creative arts pageant for the community. Kids rotate through classes in creative arts, curriculum, and a choral element. Opening and closing assemblies are high energy explosions of original worship music, episodic dramas, and fun-filled games! For packaging information, click Missing Body of Christ!
"The Lord’s Prayer" This is the first creative pageant developed for our VII series. The DVD includes seven creative art forms brought together by a story arc that serves as a framing device for a creative pageant. In the story, a teenage girl faces a moral dilemma and offers up a ‘flair prayer’ for help in the form of the Lord’s Prayer. She is shocked when God answers. The ensuing conversation that she has with the God voice teaches her more about God’s design for relationship and serves as a model for worship. Creative arts elements include God rods, rhythm movement, signing, banners and fabrics, storytelling, and more. This is a great resource for a creative arts camp, special event programming in the life of the church, or substitute for a Sunday morning worship service. Companion products include a CD-ROM of the script and CD of some of the music used in the performance. Order the complete set for just $45!
Knights of the Lord's Table – This complete five-day, medieval-themed curriculum on CD-ROM focuses on the armor of God in Ephesians 6:10-17 and four virtues: forgiveness, loyalty, courage and honesty. The curriculum includes interactive storytelling ideas, object lessons, activity sheets, crafts, renaissance activities and an incredible dramatic play (presented in episodes throughout the week) that culminates in a wonderful opportunity to share the plan of God's salvation! The fifth day combines all the elements of the week into a fabulous and fun Renaissance Faire event for the entire family! $99 Call the office (804-748-9440) for a Demo CD-ROM or email!
Drama Resources
The Love Liner – A 70’s interactive dinner theatre about the pursuit of love, liberty and lava lamps. Put on your ‘smiley face’ and ‘hustle’ on board the Love Liner, a Love Boat-like cruise ship traveling back in time to 1976 to celebrate ‘Love, American Style’ and our nations Bicentennial. Published by Lillenas Publishing and written by Jeff Smith. It’s an excellent resource for Valentines Day or patriotic holidays.
Sports Talk – Trash-talking has never been so biblical! Nine Bible stories set against the backdrops of such sporting events as baseball, golf, auto racing, fishing and more! For example, the four friends of the paralytic becomes a story of lowering your handicap at the Masters’; the story of David and Goliath is a heavyweight boxing match; and a Grand Slam brings down the walls of Jericho in a baseball story.
Downloadable Scripts
Ruth: Rags to Riches – Dramatic Monologue. A monologue that uses a simple prop, a shawl or piece of cloth, to tell the story of Ruth’s rise to prominence in the biblical line. Excellent for Mother's Day.
Laws of the Father - Comedic Monologue - also available in "Uno". Leviticus was never this fun! These laws are not written in stone, but the were made by our fathers to never be broken. A monologue about Godly living...rooms. Excellent for Father's day.
GOD-iva Chocolates - Dramatic Monologue - also available in "Water from the Well". If life is like a box of chocolates, choose the best. This wonderful monologue (based on a true story) examines the life made richer by right choices using Godiva chocolates as a through line. So many props, so little time! Excellent for Father's day.