Depression, Prayer, Family Crisis. 1 Female, 1 Male, 2 Teens. Doug’s struggle with depression keeps him from going to one of his son’s important basketball games and his wife confronts him. He tries to give her insight into how he’s feeling and admits that he’s “paralyzed” by it. Even his prayers don’t seem to help.
Christmas, Family Conflict, Hardship, Unemployment. 3 Males (2 teens or pre-teens), 1 Female. The stress that the holidays can put on a family is readily apparent in this skit about Vic, who has been out of work for six months. Jodie wants to put up a tree to celebrate a holiday they can barely afford, the kids are upset about the lack of presents, and they want to eat something other than macaroni and cheese for once. The family must deal with doubt, frustration, and stress as they try to find hope during this trying time.
Marriage Demands, Family Conflict, Communication, Intimacy. 1 Male, 1 Female. In this sketch, Paul and Liz are beginning to see a rift in their marriage as the constant demands of kids, work, and life in general are leaving little time for communication between the two. Liz has shut down because of the lack of attention of Paul, and so Paul takes a step in the right direction by admitting his fear that this road could lead to divorce.
Thanksgiving, Marriage, Family, Relationships. 1 Female, 1 Male, 2 Kids. Dad and the kids are disappointed to learn that they will be spending another year entertaining the relatives. Mom broke her promise to never have the relatives over again, but she reminds them that she will rescue them if it gets to be too much. When the doorbell rings, they unite and affirm their love for one another.
Christmas, Family Conflict, Marriage Communication, Disillusionment. 2 Females, 1 Male, 2 Kids. This sketch highlights the struggles and stress that accompany the holiday season as Gina and Brent struggle with each other and their marriage as they try to make it through Christmas Eve with the family. Gina’s mother comes to the rescue when she offers advice to stay determined and pray through all the toughest times.
