Novel Prophecies Pt. 10 - Lewis’ “Out of the Silent Planet” (Fr. Robert McTeigue) 9/25/26
The Catholic CurrentShow Notes
Fr. Robert McTeigue continues his “Novel Prophecies” series with C.S. Lewis’ Out of the Silent Planet. Lewis imagines a world that has not suffered the same rebellion against God as our own. What can that contrast teach us about original sin and the grace we receive through sacred worship? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help prepare you for Sunday Mass.
Show Notes Out of the Silent Planet (The Space Trilogy) The Gift: Creation (Aquinas Lecture) Against Fate: An Essay on Personal Dignity Character of the Happy Warrior Errors and Heresies of Our Time UK Govt Announces New ‘Ministry of Truth’ to Tackle Alleged Disinformation New Church Architecture: Baker Architects's Gothic Church for Jackson, Missouri Daily Readings: Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!
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