Oneness Of Purpose

(Available in English y español)

Oneness of Purpose is a heartfelt workplace drama with a spiritual undertone, perfect for services focused on calling, trust, or servant leadership. When a young employee is unexpectedly offered a leadership role, he’s overwhelmed by self-doubt. But wise counsel reminds him that sometimes, it’s not about being ready—it’s about being willing. Reflecting the themes of Jeremiah’s calling, the power of love in 1 Corinthians 13, and the challenge of trust seen in Luke 4, this skit brings Scripture into everyday life with warmth and relevance.
 
Bible Reference:     Jeremiah 1:4-10, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Luke 4:30

Cast:   3

• Al Godfrey, male, likely older
• Mackenzie, m or f
• ony, m or f, younger

Set, Lighting, Sound, Costumes:     standard

Props:   desks or table with chairs, envelope with papers

Time:   6

Sample script:      

(Tony and Mackenzie are seated at desks, working. After a few seconds, Tony shifts, clearly unsettled.)

Tony:
This is so weird!
I’m having a tough time trying to keep my mind on work.

Mackenzie:
What’s with that, Tony?
We have a project we’re working on here—
the whole office knows how important it is.
The boss expects us to bear down and get it done.

Tony:
Look, Mackenzie, I for sure know how important this project is.
But there have been all these rumors floating around—
they say there’s going to be a reorganization in the corporation,
and there’s talk about staffing for the Caption Division when it happens.

Mackenzie:
Tony, when you’ve been around as long as I have,
you come to realize that rumors happen.
Reorganizations happen.
It just is what it is.
And sure, some of us might be affected.
But until then, we do our jobs,
do what’s asked of us,
and the world turns as it should.

Tony:
I s’pose.
But through it all, there’s just so much uncertainty.
Anyhow, I best get back to work.

Mackenzie:
Couldn’t’a said it better myself, Tony.

(They return to work. After a few moments, Al enters. Tony and Mackenzie show respect.)

Mackenzie:
Hey Boss, welcome to our humble department.
How are you, Al?

Al:
Hey Mackenzie, how’s the family?

Mackenzie:
Doing well. Thanks for asking.

(Al moves over to Tony.)

Al:
Hi Tony, your boss gave me the recycling report you put together—impressive.

Tony (nervous):
Well… thanks, Mr. Godfrey. I just thought it was something that… kind of…

Al:
You have a good analytical mind, Tony.
All of us in Administration have been closely following your progress
since you came to General Dynamics.

Tony:
I am… that is… very nice to hear.
I’ve been enjoying—

Al:
Tony, maybe you’ve heard the rumors about our new Caption Project.
I wanted you to know there’s an important spot opening in management.
We think you’d fit well there.

Tony:
Wow. I mean… that’s very nice of you to say.
But I’ve only been with General Dynamics for, like, three years,
and there are so many others ahead of me who would—

Al:
Yes, Tony, you’re young and will need guidance in your new role.
But I—and some of our other senior personnel—will be watching carefully
and assisting where needed.
We’re building a team with a mix of veterans and fresh perspective,
and you bring the new ideas we need.

Tony:
It’s an honor, don’t get me wrong.
The position sounds great—
it’s just that… someone like Mackenzie would do so much better and—

Al:
Mackenzie is a key employee here,
and we have other duties in mind for him.
But for this particular position, you have the unique skill set we’re looking for.
You’re young, and we want to grow someone into a key, long-term leadership role.

Tony:
Well, Mr. Godfrey, I’m honored. Truly.
And the position sounds wonderful, but it’s just that—

Al:
Listen, Tony—
I know this is being dropped on you out of the blue.

(Hands Tony a package.)

Here are some details about the position.
Take some time—talk with your family.
What do you say we meet in my office Thursday at 10 and discuss it further?
Sound good?

Tony:
Sure… sure, sounds great.
See you Thursday, for sure.

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