WorshipArts Jul Aug Sep 2023

Some of you reading this may already have an active drama ministry in your congregation. Others may be scratching your heads, wondering how to get started. If you find yourself in the second category, here are a few suggestions about how to turn up the flame and stir the pot. She goes on to highlight the need to look for the leadership, learn how to work with your pastor, continue the conversation, and more! If you’re looking to start a drama ministry, you can read the full article here. If you are looking for new-to-you drama resources we recommend starting here: • September 3: Exodus • September 24: Exodus, Matthew • October 1: Exodus If you would like to be connected with other members who are gifted in drama ministries, please email info@thefellowshipowa.org and we will work to connect you. If you can be of help in this area, please do the same. Drama Drama Drama

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Have you been wanting to add (or add to) drama ministries in your church? Do you know where to begin, or what areas to first look to in terms of scaling up your efforts? Fellowship Member, Pamela Abbey, offers insight into what this could look like in your church. In her WorshipArts article, entitled Setting the Stage: Tips for Starting a Drama Ministry in Your Congregation, she shares the following: If you’re of a certain age, or if you watch old movies, you may remember the old Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney film in which someone yelled, “Hey, let’s put on a show!” Before you could blink, a polished, entertaining play was being put on in a barn by a bunch of amateurs! If only it was that easy to develop a drama ministry. Drama ministry is not rocket science. Most models of drama ministry don’t require big budget numbers. But it is a rather complex creature. I’m sure there are some drama ministries out there that started almost spontaneously, but generally it requires some thoughtfulness and planning.