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Orion's Gate is the world's premier site for audio dramatizations of John Bunyan's beloved Pilgrim's Progress, the New Amplified Pilgrim's Progress books, Part I and II, as well as a source for highly imaginative and creative scripts for Christian plays and mimes.

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AUDIO ALBUMS: This page will share details about audio dramatizations of John Bunyan's immortal classic The Pilgrim's Progress as well as other audio dramatizations written and produced by Jim Pappas.

AUDIO SAMPLES: Listen to large audio samples from the actual audio dramatizations. Hear for yourself how our audio dramatizations actually sound. There is a huge and growing selection to choose from.

"READ IT AGAIN, DADDY":  Why would a man, fully engaged in a very successful collegiate drama ministry, suddenly decide to embark upon the adaptation and production of one of the most beloved books of all time? Read the captivating story behind the production of the Pilgrim's Progress audio books and printed books. "Out of the mouth of babes."

BOOKS: This page describes in greater detail The New Amplified Pilgrim's Progress, Parts I and II.  If you love to read but have had difficulty slogging through the Old English of the original Pilgrim's Progress, these books are for you. More than merely simplified - these works are skillfully enhanced dramatizations of the original.

TESTIMONIALS: See what readers from all walks of life and from all around the world are saying about The New Amplified Pilgrim's Progress. 

DRAMATIC SCRIPTS: For over 12 years, Jim Pappas was the writer/director of a collegiate drama ministry known as "Company One". During those years and since, Jim has written over a score of scripts for dramas and mimes, ranging from 2 -120 minutes. This page will take you to a detailed description of a long list of plays and mimes created by Jim Pappas for use in church,
school or other venues.  Also available are several practical articles about the theory and motivations of Christian Drama.

FREE: Go here to find articles, books, and other free resources. These are free Drama Articles. Click on the title of your interest.

A Philosophy of Drama
How to schedule your rehearsals, PR, and much more
Readers Theater techniques & more
Financing your drama ministry

 

What is Orion's Gate?
Orion's Gate is the ministry name for Jim Pappas and team; a small audio/video/printed-word production team specializing in the creation of character-building audio dramatizations, videos, books and plays. To learn more about Jim CLICK HERE

What does the name Orion's Gate mean?
The name Orion's Gate comes from the nature of the Orion constellation itself. In its midst is a vast corridor over a thousand light years wide which leads into the heart of Orion. At its end there are dense clouds billion of miles across that hide an incredible source of brilliant light of unknown origin. It is believed by some that hidden behind the vast cloud formations of Orion lies heaven itself. If so, then anyone that teaches people how to prepare themselves to live in heaven becomes a gateway to eternity. Since this is our goal we have named ourselves "Orion's Gate" and our chief desire is to be "a doorway to forever."

So, what does Orion look like?
CLICK HERE to see for yourself. This is one of the close up shots brought to us by the Hubbell space telescope. Be sure to look for the incredible brightness behind the clouds. You may be traveling there one day soon.

What is The Pilgrim's Progress?
The Pilgrim's Progress, often just called Pilgrim's Progress,
is an allegory written by John Bunyan in the mid-17th century while he was serving a 12 year jail sentence for preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ without first getting permission from the king of England. To learn more about Pilgrim's Progress
CLICK HERE.

 

Who was John Bunyan?
John Bunyan was a tinker (blacksmith or sheet metal worker
in today's terms) who lived in a small town in England named Elstow. The nearest large town was called Bedford. John
became a follower of Jesus Christ as a young man and his talent for preaching and teaching soon made him a very popular minister. This did not set well with other ministers who were losing members to John's preaching and, through their influence, he soon found himself in jail for teaching people about Jesus. His story is a fascinating one. You can learn more by CLICKING HERE.

 

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