Being a Son Seeker

Living in God's will, being a Son Seeker.
Kids are on summer break and are bored, get a brochure in the mail for Son Seekers Island. It promises a place to full of fun and there is even a treasure hunt they can be a part of. They get really excited and sign up to go on this trip.

Individual day themes are: hope, wisdom, joy, protecting and supporting, and sharing.

A five-part (likely five-day) program, useful for VBS or outreach programs.

Time: 35

Cast: 5 male or female

• Thomas - a doubter. He wants proof before he will believe anything. He goes to this island to have fun, but is skeptical that they will really find any treasure there. His skeptical attitude comes from being hurt in the past.
• Samantha - just wants to have fun. She really is the one who gets the group excited about this idea of a treasure on hunt on an island. She is always trying to look for the positive in every situation.
• Josh - is excited to go on the trip, but is always pre occupied with other things. On this trip he happens to be pre occupied with food/eating. He just cannot focus on the goal of finding the treasure because he is worried about when and what they will eat.
• Jessica - signs up to go on the trip because she is Sam's best friend and Sam has a way of getting everyone excited about anything. Jessica is an overall fun person, but she follows the crowd, She does not want to make any decisions on her own because she is worried about what others will think of her, She wants to be accepted and will do whatever she needs to find acceptance.
• Frank, the tour guide in final 2 segements

 Set: Standard

Sound: wireless mics, if available

Song: none

Lighting: Standard

SFX: none

Props:

• brochure, maps, books, magnifying glass, luggage, boxes, notebook, pencils

Costumes: standard

Special Instructions: none

Bible Reference: Matthew 5:14

Sample of script:

Day 1: Hope

A light comedy skit introducing a summer adventure — perfect for VBS or youth kick-off.

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(THOMAS enters, sighing deeply. He looks extremely bored, kicking at an imaginary stone. With another big sigh, he slumps into a dramatic pose — elbows on stomach, chin in both hands.)

(JESSICA enters, sees THOMAS, and lights up with excitement. She walks toward him, but THOMAS ignores her.)

JESSICA:
Hey there, Thomas, old buddy! So how’s things with you, old Thomasarini guy?

(She walks in front of THOMAS, clearly trying to get his attention. She waves a hand in front of his face, peeks into his eyes, and even tries gently prying one open. THOMAS doesn’t react.)

(JOSH enters with a dreamy, happy look on his face.)

JESSICA (to JOSH):
Hey Josh, any ideas what’s happening with Thomas here?

JOSH (to no one in particular, dreamy):
Triple banana split with gooey-good fudgey-wudgey chocolatey topping, peanuts, strawberries, whipping cream, and a big ol’ maraschino cherry! Yum-yum!

JESSICA (confused):
You saying that Thomas is suffering from a banana split?

JOSH:
Thomas? Who said anything about Thomas? I don’t see Thomas anywhere around here. . . (turns to JESSICA) . . and who are you anyhow?

JESSICA (frustrated):
Earth to Josh! I’m Jessica. I live next door to you is all.

JOSH:
You do? Since when?

JESSICA:
Uhmmmm, let’s see... since . . since forever is what!

JOSH (dreamy):
Deep dish apple pie with bubble gum ice cream! Wowers!

JESSICA:
You are preoccupied again, aren’t you Josh Jenkins? Last week you were obsessed with Darth Vader dolls! What is it this time?

JOSH (dreamy):
Lemon meringue pie!

JESSICA:
Oh brother! Josh Jenkins! You’ve gone and gotten yourself preoccupied with food this time, haven’t you? . . . Answer me!

JOSH:
I did no such thing, I simply . . that is to say . . . I am . . . (goes dreamy again) . . . pepperoni pizza with . . .

JESSICA:
Josh, snap out of it! We have to figure out what’s going on with Thomas here!

(JOSH steps closer, studies THOMAS’S face.)

JOSH:
Wow! He looks kinda . . . Thomasey, doesn’t he?

JESSICA:
I wonder... did someone take over Thomas’ body? I mean, isn’t Thomas supposed to be living in there?

(THOMAS lets out a loud, over-the-top sigh. His hands hang at his sides, he slouches, and stares off into space.)

JOSH:
I think Thomas is coming back… not sure if it’s permanent or just for a visit.

(JESSICA shakes THOMAS’ shoulder, trying to wake him from his funk.)

JESSICA:
Thomas! What’s going on?

THOMAS (listless):
Nothin’!

JOSH:
Nothin’?

THOMAS:
Nothin’!

JESSICA:
Thomas Wilson! What do you mean “nothing’s going on”? You’re standing here like you’re bored or something and—

THOMAS:
Boring is exciting compared to this, fact is!

JESSICA:
I do not believe you! Might I remind you... it’s summer break?

THOMAS:
Yeah, right. Bummer break. Nothin’ to do!

JESSICA:
Why not go swimming?

THOMAS:
Did that yesterday.

JESSICA:
Hiking?

THOMAS:
Done.

JESSICA:
Canoeing?

THOMAS:
Done, done, done, done, done! Like I said... a bummer summer break.

(JESSICA sighs, looking equally discouraged.)

JESSICA:
Guess maybe you’re right. Boooooooorrrrrriiinnnnnng!

JOSH (dreamy again):
Caramel apple with a great big . . .

(SAMANTHA runs on stage excitedly, holding a brochure.)

SAMANTHA:
Hey guys! This is incredibly awesome! Just wait ‘til you hear about Son Seekers Island! Just like a whole ton of things to do — even a treasure hunt!

JESSICA (snapping out of it):
Hi Samantha! What’s this about Son Seekers Island?
Sounds really, well... exciting!

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