Isaiah's Surprise

What might have happened had the Prophet Isaiah been able to transport himself, through time, to the date of Jesus' birth? Nancy Steltz asked that question. The result is this delightful Christmas pageant. Isaiah, wide-eyed and unsure of how his prophecies are coming to fruition, punctuates the dialog and action. Seven scenes introduce the congregation to all the familiar Christmas characters from the narratives in Saint Luke and Saint Matthew. Parts are included for children from nursery through senior high.

Scenes include:

- The Annunciation

- Joseph's Quandary

- The Roman Decree

- Finding a Room

- Jesus' Birth

- The Shepherds

- The Wise Men

Nancy Steltz is director of Christian Education at Saint Stephen Lutheran Church, Allentown, Pennsylvania, and chairperson of the LCA Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod Parish Education Committee.