Storytelling basics

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So he came to a Samaritan city called Sychar, near the plot ground that Jacob had given to his son Joseph. Jacob's well was there, and Jesus, tired out by his journey, was sitting by the well. It was about noon.

John 4:5-6 NRSV

John 4:5-42

John 4:5-42

Spirit and Truth?

Jesus and the Woman of Samaria

Audio Telling

Story in Episodes

Audio Commentary

Written Commentary

Click "Audio Telling" to hear Tom Boomershine tell the story.

Click "Story in Episodes" to see the story arranged in episodes. This makes the story easier to learn and will be useful as you listen to Tom's commentary.

Click "Audio Commentary" for a discussion of historical background, suggestions for learning the story by heart, and tips for telling it effectively.

Click "Written Commentary" to download a PDF of a storytelling commentary written by Thomas E. Boomershine, PhD.

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