Too busy to shop himself, a father sends his business associates out to shop on Christmas morning for his family's presents. But as the new possessions fail to satisfy the spoiled children, the father is left to wonder if there is anything more to Christmas than presents.

Roger tries to sell Margaret a carpet cleaner but the pair soon realizes they have great personal tragedy in common. Margaret shares her faith, but Roger is reluctant to believe in a God who would let such a horrible tragedy happen in his life.

Three independent scenes (featuring the same two actors in different roles) illustrate how worry, doubt, and guilt keep people from enjoying the holidays. Could be done with two actors changing parts for each scene or 6 separate actors.

Mary visits Joseph at his workshop to tell him she's had an unusual visitor who imparted some wonderful, yet unsettling, news.

Two friends confront Joseph about his decision to marry Mary, the mother of Christ.

A magi who chose late to follow the star of Bethlehem recounts his arduous journey to find the Messiah.