Introducing Ben and the children and their new friend Cyrus, a street juggler they meet in the street, this episode sees Cyrus and some of the Christian friends of Ben arrested, thrown into prison beneath the Circus Maximus to face the huge gladiator Giganticus only to be rescued in the nick of time by Ben and his young charges. The stories of the feeding of the 5,000, Zacchaeus, and the raising of the daughter of Jairus are featured.
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A Farewell to Rome
Ben is missing, and the children fear the worst. In despair, they remember the trial before Pilate, the scourging, and the crucifixion of Jesus.
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Cyrus Maximus
Ben and the children smuggle Christian women out of Nero’s prison using disguises. In gratitude, stories are shared: the centurion’s servant, the Prodigal Son, and the Epileptic Boy.
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A Story for Nero
As danger increases, Ben takes more risks to help his underground network. Stories include the Transfiguration, the vineyard and tenants, and Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem.
