Storytelling basics

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In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, "Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage."

Matthew 2:1-2 NRSV

Matthew 2:1-12

Matthew 2:1-12

Night Journey

Visit of the Wise Men

Audio Telling

Story in Episodes

Audio Commentary

Written Commentary

Digital Presentation

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.

Click "Digital Presentation" to download a PDF of slides to build worship presentations based on GoTell graphics (selected stories only).

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