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Eufaula Today
By the People, for the People
Lighthouse Christian Center Presents Powerful Messiah Production
Annual Easter play draws over 1,200 attendees to witness the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ
Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:09am
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The Lighthouse Christian Center's annual Messiah production brings the story of Jesus to life through a visually stunning and immersive theatrical experience.Eufaula TodayThe Lighthouse Christian Center in Eufaula, Oklahoma, recently held its annual Messiah production, a powerful dramatization of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Over the course of two nights, nearly 1,200 people attended the event, which featured a talented cast, choir, and production crew who brought the biblical story to life through captivating performances, special effects, and an immersive LED screen.
Why it matters
The Messiah production is an important outreach ministry for the Lighthouse Christian Center, providing the local community with a unique and impactful way to experience the gospel message. In a time when the world seems increasingly lost, the production serves as a powerful reminder of the redemption found in the life and sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
The details
The Messiah production featured a cast of 85 actors, a choir of 17, and a production crew of 20 who worked tirelessly to bring the story to life. The performance included new scenes and songs added by drama director Rhea Parish and choir director Kelly Parish, as well as special effects and video elements that enhanced the immersive experience for the audience. One of the standout moments was the song 'Blood of Christ,' which featured a powerful dance performance and moving lyrics projected on the large LED screen.
- The Messiah production took place over the course of two nights during the 2026 Easter weekend.
- The Lighthouse Christian Center has been presenting the Messiah production for several years, with the latest iteration being the second production since the church remodeled its stage in the late spring of 2022.
The players
Andy Parish
The youth pastor at Lighthouse Christian Center, who portrayed Jesus in the Messiah production.
Jonathan Parish
The associate pastor at Lighthouse Christian Center, who played the devil and worked behind the scenes on the production.
John Parish
The lead pastor at Lighthouse Christian Center, who led the congregation in the prayer of salvation after the performance.
Rhea Parish
The drama director who added new scenes and songs to the Messiah performance.
Kelly Parish
The choir director who added new scenes and songs to the Messiah performance.
What they’re saying
“The Messiah program is one of the various ministries of the Lighthouse. It's an effective way to illustrate the passion of Jesus Christ to our community.”
— Andy Parish, Youth Pastor, Lighthouse Christian Center
“This was our 2nd production since we remodeled the stage in the late spring of 2022, adding a 12-foot by 20-foot LED big screen. The screen helps us present this production, as well as other events and services, on a different level than before. It allows us to tell the story of Jesus and worship our soon-coming Messiah in a totally immersive way.”
— Jonathan Parish, Associate Pastor, Lighthouse Christian Center
“The purpose of The Messiah Production is to be an outreach ministry to the community to tell the story of Jesus in such a way that it brings people in and they return to the Biblical truth that we all need the Savior. Without the redemption of the cross and the Blood of Christ we would all be lost, but Christ died so we could have life.”
— John Parish, Lead Pastor, Lighthouse Christian Center
What’s next
The Lighthouse Christian Center plans to continue presenting the Messiah production as an annual Easter tradition, with the church already beginning preparations for next year's performance.
The takeaway
The Messiah production at the Lighthouse Christian Center serves as a powerful example of how a church can use the arts to effectively share the gospel message with its local community. By investing in high-quality production values and a dedicated team of volunteers, the church is able to create an immersive and impactful experience that draws in crowds and inspires them to reflect on the life-changing sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
