Podcasts about most reluctant convert

Check out this Encore show from March 26, 2025 Father John Paul Erickson joins Patrick to discuss Spiritual Movies (4:06) what are the dangers of movies the spiritual life Father shares a movie which he really enjoys (13:52) Sean - The Adventures of Robinhood from 1938. It's a very Catholic movie. Had a good impression on my life. Saw it when I was 6. Greg – Nefarious outstanding movie. Certain groups played it off as a horror film. It's good vs. evil. Some have avoided it because it deals with evil. The guy who did it also did God is Not Dead. One priest said every priest should see it for giving advice for confession. Mark - Calvary...Irish Film. 10 years old. About a priest who really lays down life for his flock. (22:47) Break 1 John - Of Gods and Men...French film. About monks serving souls in north Africa. Based on a true story. Barb - The Shack...about what it's like to be God and sacrifice your son. It shows God sacrificed his son as this guy sacrificed his daughter. Bring your tissues. (29:50) Nels - The Last Supper....newly released film. Emphasis on Judas in that movie. Miriam - 7th Heaven...1930's. Star5ring Jimmy Stewart. Unlikely love story ever told. Mention of God in the movie. He's an atheist and then things happen. My favorite movie. (35:43) Break 2 Roland - Journey to Bethlehem....nativity story. Silence...the story of the Japanese Martyrs. Ignition Martyrs (39:16) Matt - Beckett, and the Cardinal. Excommunication scene in Beckett is most powerful scene. The Cardinal being more recent. Pope Benedict was advisor for this movie. Came out when V2 was written. Patrick shares some movie recommendation from listeners who write in. Roxanne - The Most Reluctant Convert...untold story of CS Lewis. Very good. (43:02) Jean - King of Kings...1925. It's a silent movie and beautiful. Eric - The Scarlet and the Black. Based off the Scarlet Pimpernel. Hides thousands of Jews during WWII. I think it's a must see. Resources - Spiritual Movies: Babette’s Feast (1987) The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) Nefarious (2023) Calvary (Irish film) (2014) Of Gods and Men (2010) The Mission (1986) Arrival (2016) The Blue Kite (Chinese) (1993) The Shack (2017) The Last Supper (2025) The Chosen (series) (2017 – present) Seventh Heaven (1937) A Hidden Life (2019) A Man for All Seasons (1966) All That Remains: Dr. Takashi Nagai (2016) Journey to Bethlehem (Christmas) ( Nativity Story (Christmas) Silence (2023) Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014) The Ten Commandments (1956) Ben Hur (1959) The Robe (1953) Becket (1964) The Cardinal (1963) Gattaca (1997) The Most Reluctant Convert: the Untold Story of C.S. Lewis (2021) The King of Kings (1927) The Scarlet and the Black (1983) The Sound of Metal (2019) Life is Beautiful (1997) The Bells of St. Mary’s (1945) The Lord of the Rings (2001-03) Groundhog Day (1993) A River Runs Through It (1992)

Father John Paul Erickson joins Patrick to discuss Spiritual Movies (4:06) what are the dangers of movies the spiritual life Father shares a movie which he really enjoys (13:52) Sean - The Adventures of Robinhood from 1938. It's a very Catholic movie. Had a good impression on my life. Saw it when I was 6. Greg – Nefarious outstanding movie. Certain groups played it off as a horror film. It's good vs. evil. Some have avoided it because it deals with evil. The guy who did it also did God is Not Dead. One priest said every priest should see it for giving advice for confession. Mark - Calvary...Irish Film. 10 years old. About a priest who really lays down life for his flock. (22:47) Break 1 John - Of Gods and Men...French film. About monks serving souls in north Africa. Based on a true story. Barb - The Shack...about what it's like to be God and sacrifice your son. It shows God sacrificed his son as this guy sacrificed his daughter. Bring your tissues. (29:50) Nels - The Last Supper....newly released film. Emphasis on Judas in that movie. Miriam - 7th Heaven...1930's. Star5ring Jimmy Stewart. Unlikely love story ever told. Mention of God in the movie. He's an atheist and then things happen. My favorite movie. (35:43) Break 2 Roland - Journey to Bethlehem....nativity story. Silence...the story of the Japanese Martyrs. Ignition Martyrs (39:16) Matt - Beckett, and the Cardinal. Excommunication scene in Beckett is most powerful scene. The Cardinal being more recent. Pope Benedict was advisor for this movie. Came out when V2 was written. Patrick shares some movie recommendation from listeners who write in. Roxanne - The Most Reluctant Convert...untold story of CS Lewis. Very good. (43:02) Jean - King of Kings...1925. It's a silent movie and beautiful. Eric - The Scarlet and the Black. Based off the Scarlet Pimpernel. Hides thousands of Jews during WWII. I think it's a must see. Resources - Spiritual Movies: Babette’s Feast (1987) The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) Nefarious (2023) Calvary (Irish film) (2014) Of Gods and Men (2010) The Mission (1986) Arrival (2016) The Blue Kite (Chinese) (1993) The Shack (2017) The Last Supper (2025) The Chosen (series) (2017 – present) Seventh Heaven (1937) A Hidden Life (2019) A Man for All Seasons (1966) All That Remains: Dr. Takashi Nagai (2016) Journey to Bethlehem (Christmas) ( Nativity Story (Christmas) Silence (2023) Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014) The Ten Commandments (1956) Ben Hur (1959) The Robe (1953) Becket (1964) The Cardinal (1963) Gattaca (1997) The Most Reluctant Convert: the Untold Story of C.S. Lewis (2021) The King of Kings (1927) The Scarlet and the Black (1983) The Sound of Metal (2019) Life is Beautiful (1997) The Bells of St. Mary’s (1945) The Lord of the Rings (2001-03) Groundhog Day (1993) A River Runs Through It (1992)

The Story of Saul from Tarsus: Part 1 - The Most Reluctant Convert in All of Palestine Brian Johnston takes a detailed look at the character and life of the apostle Paul - a man who made the amazing journey from persecuting churches of God to planting them!

Welcome back to My Seminary Life. On today's show, we continue looking at the life of CS Lewis with a brief review of the film The Most Reluctant Convert from The Fellowship of Performing Arts. The film chronicles CS Lewis' life journey from Atheism to Christianity and all the stops along the way as told in his own book Surprised by Joy. In the review, I walk you all through Lewis' various religious and philosophical stages, talk about my own desire to be like the men of this era, and geek out over the idea of having a beer with Lewis. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StudioTwoOneNine

Welcome back to My Seminary Life. On today's show, we continue looking at the life of CS Lewis with a brief review of the film The Most Reluctant Convert from The Fellowship of Performing Arts. The film chronicles CS Lewis' life journey from Atheism to Christianity and all the stops along the way as told in his own book Surprised by Joy. In the review, I walk you all through Lewis' various religious and philosophical stages, talk about my own desire to be like the men of this era, and geek out over the idea of having a beer with Lewis. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StudioTwoOneNine

Can Christian themes hold their own against blockbuster franchises like "Fast and the Furious" and "Iron Man"? Join us as Todd Freeman, a seasoned filmmaker turned ministry director, shares his insights on the power of "suspension of disbelief" and how it allows audiences to embrace even the most fantastical elements in storytelling. We explore why Christian filmmakers have been slow to harness this tool and discuss how authentic stories like "A Most Reluctant Convert," the film about C.S. Lewis, can bridge the gap between faith and film.What if Christian movies went beyond the wholesome Hallmark feel? In our conversation, we challenge the stereotype and push for a new era of faith-based storytelling characterized by realism and relatability. By examining films like "The Apostle" with Robert Duvall, we illustrate how flawed, complex characters can resonate with broader audiences while subtly conveying profound Christian themes. It's about crafting narratives that speak to the human experience, transcending the boundaries of traditional Christian media.Can a Christian horror film be both authentic and spiritually enriching? Todd Freeman thinks so, and he draws from his unique upbringing under a Baptist minister father who introduced him to both horror movies and the gospel. We tackle the potential criticisms and discuss the significance of films like "The Passion of the Christ," which set a precedent for raw, unfiltered biblical storytelling. The aim is to create impactful films that stand on their own as great art while opening doors for deeper conversations about faith, much like Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel.Ask Ralph - Christian FinanceJoin financial expert Ralph Estep, Jr - Daily tips for balancing your faith and finances. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.Join the Lead Time Newsletter! (Weekly Updates and Upcoming Episodes)https://www.uniteleadership.org/lead-time-podcast#newsletterVisit uniteleadership.org

Today we chat with Max McLean, the founder of Fellowship for Performing Arts, a group that has been instrumental in adapting the writings of C.S. Lewis for the stage and screen.In this episode, you'll discover how Max and his team are using drama to communicate Christian truths to diverse audiences through productions such as The Screwtape Letters, The Most Reluctant Convert, and more!Want to experience these performances? Fellowship for Performing Arts is currently touring with Max McLean's one-man C.S. Lewis show, Further Up, Further In and their production of The Screwtape Letters. To find a show near you or to learn more about their film, The Most Reluctant Convert, visit https://fpatheatre.com/

Our guest for this 83rd episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald, is Fr Michael Ward, the English literary critic and theologian and an internationally recognised expert on the writings of CS Lewis. Perhaps best known for his 2010 book Planet Narnia, Fr Ward is an associate member of the Faculty of Theology and Religion at the University of Oxford, and Professor of Apologetics at Houston Christian University. He played the role of a vicar in The Most Reluctant Convert, the CS Lewis biopic. He has also reviewed films and plays for the Catholic Herald and other media. He talks to Dr Gavin Ashenden about why Lewis continues to appeal to millions of Catholics and to discuss where Lewis's theology would fit in today's ecclesial landscape.

Arguably, C.S. Lewis is one of the most quoted people from the 20th century. He died 60 years ago, and yet so many of his thoughts are timeless. His books, essays, and even the children's stories seem prescient, even for our world today. Lewis was a brilliant intellectual whose apologetic approaches to the truth claims of Christ and the Gospel have helped bring countless people to faith.  So that's why its surprising to learn that CS Lewis, by his own admission, fought tooth and nail against becoming a Christian. His commitment to academic and intellectual integrity forced him to continue to reexamine the truth claims of the Bible and, inch by inch he drew closer until finally … he was a Christian. So much so that he once described himself as the most reluctant convert.  On this episode of Great Stories, we'll be joined by award winning actor, Max McClean, who plays CS Lewis in the film called The Most Reluctant Convert. Max will share about the incredible movie he made about Lewis and his conversion from atheism to a follower of Christ. It's a powerful story that you need to hear because it reminds us that no one is too far from Jesus.

After two seasons of being snuck into almost every episode, CS Lewis finally takes center stage as we discuss the 2021 film The Most Reluctant Convert. Find out what we enjoyed about Lewis's conversion story and how his arguments connect to a Latter-day Saint worldview. View the Show Notes Audio mastering by Liz Busby Associate Links: Links to products may be associate links, which means a small part of your purchase goes to Pop Culture on the Apricot Tree. We appreciate your support. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/popcultureapricottree/support

American Catholics “got” C.S. Lewis before anyone else did. But, why? Plus: The Week That Was.      The Most Reluctant Convert & The Role of the Imagination in Evangelization https://relevantradio.com/2021/12/the-most-reluctant-convert-the-role-of-the-imagination-in-evangelization-2/      

In this episode, I got to sit down with the Professor of Faith and Culture at Union University, Dr. Hal Poe, and the Co-Director of the Wade Center in Wheaton, IL, Dr. David C. Downing. We talked about why it's important for Christians to write fantasy stories, what inspired C.S. Lewis to write the Chronicles of Narnia, and the relationship between intellectual thinkers and creative artists. Dr. Hal Poe is a professor and author to many books including The Inklings of Oxford, Becoming C.S. Lewis, The Making of C.S. Lewis, and The Completion of C.S. Lewis. Dr. Poe served as the President of the Edgar Allan Poe foundation for ten years and the American Scientific Affiliation. He also served as the President of The Academy for Evangelism and Theological Education and The C.S. Lewis Foundation of Redland, CA and Oxford, England. Hal Poe is the Founder of the Inklings Fellowship in which he directs the annual Christianity in the Academy Conference, the Inklings Weekend, and every three years, the Inklings Week in Oxford, England. Dr. David C. Downing is the Co-Director of the Marion E. Wade Center at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL, he is the author of C.S. Lewis: Planets In Peril, The Most Reluctant Convert, and Into The Wardrobe: C.S. Lewis and the Narnia Chronicles. Dr. Downing also received the Paul F. Ford Award for Excellence in Lewis Scholarship and Teaching. David Downing added an introduction and over 400 notes to the new edition of The Pilgrims Regress: The Wade Annotated Edition. I did this podcast in partnership with Rocketsled Studios, Rocketsled Studios is run by Greg Silker. Greg is a film maker, producer, and entrepreneur from Minneapolis, MN. I've been working with Greg for over a year now and our team has finally gotten a contract signed that will allow us to start working on an adaptation of the Tales of the Kingdom children's book series written by David and Karen Mains. We're super excited to be working on this project. This podcast is part of our research and promotion for this project. If you want to learn more about the project, you can go to www.rocketsledstudios.com and check it out. Sign up for an Optiv Network subscription: https://optivnetwork.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetworkFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetworkEmail us at andy@optivnetwork.com with your questions!Music: "nesting" by Birocratic (http://birocratic.lnk.to/allYL)

Čo priviedlo C. S. Lewisa od ateizmu ku kresťanstvu? Aké problémy začal vnímať vo svojom ateizme? Aký bol u neho vzťah medzi racionalitou a predstavivosťou? ----more----  Súvisiace dávky: PD#248: Má v Tolkienovom svete úlohu aj Boh? http://bit.ly/davka248  PD#243: C. S. Lewis: Ako žiť vo vojnových časoch? http://bit.ly/davka243  PD#232: Vyženie veda náboženské príbehy? http://bit.ly/davka232  Použitá a odporúčaná literatúra: Brown, A Life Observed, 2013. Downing, The Most Reluctant Convert, 2002. Lewis, Hovory o (ne)obyčajnom kresťanstve, 2015. Lewis, Zaskočený radosťou, 2016. Marsden, C. S. Lewis's Mere Christianity, 2020. McGrath, C. S. Lewis: Excentrický génius a zdráhavý prorok, 2018. Sayer, Jack: A Life of C. S. Lewis, 2005. *** Baví ťa s nami rozmýšľať? Podpor našu tvorbu priamo na SK1283605207004206791985 alebo cez Patreon, kde Ťa odmeníme aj my.

Hour 3 of The Drew Mariani Show on 12-1-23 Peter Grandich joins us for another look at the State of the Economy, and the BRICS nations Norman Stone, Director of the movie "The Most Reluctant Convert" (about CS Lewis), talks with us about the need for Christians to make films that excel in storytelling, character, and cinematography -- that by making excellent films, we draw people to truth & beauty

C.S. Lewis is one of the most influential Christian thinkers of the 20th century. In this interview with Dr. Simon Horobin, I discuss who C.S. Lewis was, his key ideas and contributions to the world. Dr. Simon Horobin is a leading scholar of English Language and Literature at the University of Oxford. He has a book coming out on C.S. Lewis in the foreseeable future. Support the show--------------------------If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/christianityforall Where else to find Josh Yen: Philosophy YT: https://bit.ly/philforallEducation: https://bit.ly/joshyenBuisness: https://bit.ly/logoseduMy Website: https://joshuajwyen.com/

Several years ago, Max McLean and the Fellowship for Performing Arts staged The Most Reluctant Convert, a play about the life of C.S. Lewis up to his conversion. During the Covid shutdowns, that production was made into a film that received strong reviews. Now, McLean and FPA are offering a follow-up stage production dealing with Lewis's life post-conversion.   Although Further Up and Further In includes some biographical information, such as the writing of The Problem of Pain and the recording of the BBC talks that were later published in Mere Christianity, this new production takes the much more challenging route of exploring the different aspects of Lewis's ministry. Not surprisingly, much of the production is focused on his apologetics.  In his day, the great challenge to Christianity was materialism, the idea that everything is just matter and energy. Lewis responded to this by tracing out the implications of that view and showing its utter implausibility. He notes that scientists “observe the behavior of things within the universe. They cannot make statements about things beyond the universe.” Any time a scientist does that, for example by proclaiming that matter and energy are all that exist, he is no longer doing science.  Even more, Lewis says, if materialism is true, there is no reason to trust the scientist doing science. After all, he rightly observed,   If the materialist view is true, our minds must in reality be merely chance arrangements of atoms in skulls. We never think a thought because it is true, only because blind Nature forces us to think it. We never do an act because it is right, only because blind Nature forces us to do it.   This argument, which can also be found in slightly different form in the work of Christian philosopher Alvin Plantinga, is a powerful response to atheism. If atheism is true, any foundation for trusting science or human reason is undermined.  Rather than defend a particular denomination of Christianity, Lewis believed that “the only service [he] could do for [his] unbelieving neighbors was to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all Christians and at all times.” This led him to write The Problem of Pain and from there to do his broadcast talks for the BBC. As a result, he began receiving massive numbers of letters. Though he dismissed some, he felt obligated to respond to any serious inquiries received. Some evenings after work, Lewis wrote up to 35 letters.   Much of Further Up and Further In is adapted from volume two of Lewis' collected letters, a 1,152-page tome. Through an adaptation of some of these letters, we see his work as an evangelist. For example, in the play, a young atheist contacts Lewis with questions, and Lewis responds. After a series of exchanges, the young atheist decides to take the step of committing himself to Christ. Lewis responds with advice on how to grow in faith and hang on to it through doubts. In the end, Lewis argues, “It all hinges on Jesus. If His statements are false, Christianity is of no importance. If true, it is of infinite importance. The one thing it cannot be is moderately important.”   As a literary scholar, Lewis anticipated the argument that the Gospels cannot be trusted, pointing out that the Gospels include statements that would hardly be expected if they were made up by people trying to prove the divinity of Jesus. Rather, the difficulties that they pose are solid evidence for the truthfulness of the Gospels' accounts of Jesus's teaching.  Toward the end of Further Up and Further In, the character of Lewis turns his focus to Christians, offering advice on temptation (something he had discussed in The Screwtape Letters), the crucial importance of prayer, the Second Coming and the end of the world, and heaven. Much of this advice remains as helpful today as when he first offered it.  Once again, Max McLean and the Fellowship for Performing Arts shows why Lewis's popularity and value have endured. Further Up and Further In is currently on tour. How Lewis engaged the materialists of his time is a model for engaging people today who, though coming from a different worldview, seem just as unable to acknowledge the reality that God has made known in His world.  This Breakpoint was co-authored by Dr. Glenn Sunshine. For more resources to live like a Christian in this cultural moment, go to breakpoint.org. 

It's Friday, May 19th, A.D. 2023. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus.  (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Nigerian Muslims killed 42 Christians in 11 villages Nigerian Muslim gunmen, wielding AK-47s and machetes, killed 42 Christians and burned dozens of houses near Mangu in Nigeria's Plateau State, reports International Christian Concern. The attackers – suspected to be Fulani Muslim militants – raided at least 11 villages from midnight to dawn early Tuesday, May 16th in Nigeria's north-central region about 55 miles from the capital, Jos. Plateau State Governor-elect Caleb Mutfwang condemned the Fulani militants and called on the federal government to do more to help secure the state.  He described the attacks as “ethnic cleansing.” Radical Islamic Fulani militias have targeted the mostly Christian farming communities. More than 50,000 Christians have been killed and millions displaced over the past 20 years. Revelation 6:9-10 says, “When He opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain because of the word of God and the testimony they had maintained. They called out in a loud voice, ‘How long, Sovereign Lord, holy and true, until You judge the inhabitants of the Earth and avenge our blood?'” Canadian teen arrested for handing out Bibles on public sidewalk On May 17th, Canadian law enforcement officers in Alberta, Canada arrested 16-year-old Josh Alexander for handing out Bibles on a public sidewalk after an altercation broke out between him, his supporters, and a group of pro-transgender hecklers, reports Faithwire.com. In a tweet that has been read by 3.4 million people, he wrote that he “was handcuffed and put in a paddy wagon for offering students Bibles on a public sidewalk in Calgary.  I was released and told if I returned I would be arrested and charged. I continued handing out Bibles. For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ.” What a powerful reference to Paul's declaration in Romans 1:16. He said, “For I am not ashamed of the Gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile.” In a follow-up tweet, Alexander wrote, “I will not yield to the pressure of the woke mob or corrupt state. We will continue to spread the truth in love.” Maxime Bernier, leader of the People's Party of Canada, condemned law enforcement officers for their apparent double standard. He tweeted, “If you burn a church in this country, the police won't devote any resources to catching you. If you hand out Bibles on the sidewalk, however — or hold a rally to defend fundamental rights in a time of hysteria — you will be arrested and fined immediately. We're a sick society.” Durham Report: FBI, DOJ failed to practice ‘Strict Fidelity to the Law' in Trump-Russia Investigation In his newly-released report, Special Counsel John Durham concludes that the FBI merely failed to practice “strict fidelity to the law” in its launch and handling of the Crossfire Hurricane surveillance and investigation seeking to prove former President Donald Trump colluded with Russia, reports Media Research Center TV. Rather than state outright that FBI and Justice Department operatives broke the law, Durham resorted to a euphemism implying that they simply weren't faithful to the law. DeSantis bans puberty blockers and transgender surgeries for minors On Wednesday, Florida Republican governor and likely presidential candidate Ron DeSantis officially banned mutilating transgender surgeries and drugs for minors as part of a broad legislative package to protect the state's kids from transgender ideology, reports LifeSiteNews.com. DeSANTIS: “You have a movement amongst, I would say, rogue elements of the medical establishment to do things that is basically the mutilation of minors. I mean, they're trying to do sex change operations on minors, giving them things like puberty blockers and doing things that are irreversible to them.” Planned Parenthood immediately started canceling their transgender appointments after the bill was signed as the organization assesses the law's implications. In addition, DeSantis signed bills which: protect students from having to declare their pronouns in school. prohibit classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Pre-K through 8th protect children from sexually explicit performances, including Drag Queen shows, in all venues. ensure that Florida's bathrooms, changing rooms, and locker rooms are safe places for women. DeSantis said, “Florida is proud to lead the way in standing up for our children.  As the world goes mad, Florida represents a refuge of sanity and a citadel of normalcy.” C.S. Lewis' transformation from atheist to Christian captured on film And finally, have you ever heard someone say, “You were born to do this?” It's a proclamation that perfectly applies to award-winning actor Max McLean, reports The Christian Post. McLean was, without a doubt, born to portray C.S. Lewis. Possessing the look, the voice, and even the mannerisms of the legendary literary icon, McLean is brilliant in the Christian film, “The Most Reluctant Convert,” that was recently released on the Pure Flix Streaming platform. The seasoned veteran of many theatrical productions domestically and abroad plays an elder C.S. Lewis. McLean looks back on the Mere Christianity author's remarkable journey from hard-boiled atheist to the most renowned Christian writer of the 20th Century. McLean believes Lewis' contributions to literature and culture transcend and no one literary work defines him. The actor said, “He had an unusual ability to translate what was in his mind into magnificent prose and speech. He's one of the great English writers of all time. He is not just limited to the 20th century. … He wakes up certain parts of your brain that are often dormant.” Close And that's The Worldview in 5 Minutes on this Friday, May 19th in the year of our Lord 2023. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Have you ever heard someone say, “You were born to do this.”  This simple phrase has been uttered countless times over the years whenever someone, due to a natural gifting or possessing a unique set of skills, seems ideally suited for the task at hand.Award-winning actor Max McLean was born to portray C.S. Lewis. Possessing the look, the voice, and even the mannerisms of the legendary literary icon, McLean is brilliant in The Most Reluctant Convert, an independently produced film that was recently released on the Pure Flix Streaming platform. In it, the seasoned veteran of many theatrical productions domestically and abroad, plays an elder C.S. Lewis as he looks back on his remarkable journey from hard-boiled atheist to the most renowned Christian writer of the 20th Century.McLean joins us on the Crossmap Podcast to talk about why people are still drawn to the writing of C.S. Lewis nearly 60 years after his death. Listen as Max shares why it was significant to film the movie in Oxford, England, and whether he views “The Most Reluctant Convert” as Lewis's greatest literary work.Learn more about The Most Reluctant ConvertLinks to Crossmap Crossmap Website Crossmap Facebook

David Bates, Catholic apologist and CS Lewis expert, reflects upon Lewis's conversion (how he was 'surprised by joy'), how his reason confirmed his feelings, how his theology stands on the authority of the Church and the Patristic Fathers) and his own experiences as a 'restless pilgrim.' Pints with Jack (David's podcast about Lewis) is here. Max McClean as CS Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert is here. David's conversation with Norman Stone, the director of the movie that follows this play (above) is here. David's conversation with Joseph Pearce (who was the guest on Almost Good Catholics, episode 10) is here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

David Bates, Catholic apologist and CS Lewis expert, reflects upon Lewis's conversion (how he was 'surprised by joy'), how his reason confirmed his feelings, how his theology stands on the authority of the Church and the Patristic Fathers) and his own experiences as a 'restless pilgrim.' Pints with Jack (David's podcast about Lewis) is here. Max McClean as CS Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert is here. David's conversation with Norman Stone, the director of the movie that follows this play (above) is here. David's conversation with Joseph Pearce (who was the guest on Almost Good Catholics, episode 10) is here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

David Bates, Catholic apologist and CS Lewis expert, reflects upon Lewis's conversion (how he was 'surprised by joy'), how his reason confirmed his feelings, how his theology stands on the authority of the Church and the Patristic Fathers) and his own experiences as a 'restless pilgrim.' Pints with Jack (David's podcast about Lewis) is here. Max McClean as CS Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert is here. David's conversation with Norman Stone, the director of the movie that follows this play (above) is here. David's conversation with Joseph Pearce (who was the guest on Almost Good Catholics, episode 10) is here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

David Bates, Catholic apologist and CS Lewis expert, reflects upon Lewis's conversion (how he was 'surprised by joy'), how his reason confirmed his feelings, how his theology stands on the authority of the Church and the Patristic Fathers) and his own experiences as a 'restless pilgrim.' Pints with Jack (David's podcast about Lewis) is here. Max McClean as CS Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert is here. David's conversation with Norman Stone, the director of the movie that follows this play (above) is here. David's conversation with Joseph Pearce (who was the guest on Almost Good Catholics, episode 10) is here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

David Bates, Catholic apologist and CS Lewis expert, reflects upon Lewis's conversion (how he was 'surprised by joy'), how his reason confirmed his feelings, how his theology stands on the authority of the Church and the Patristic Fathers) and his own experiences as a 'restless pilgrim.' Pints with Jack (David's podcast about Lewis) is here. Max McClean as CS Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert is here. David's conversation with Norman Stone, the director of the movie that follows this play (above) is here. David's conversation with Joseph Pearce (who was the guest on Almost Good Catholics, episode 10) is here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies

David Bates, Catholic apologist and CS Lewis expert, reflects upon Lewis's conversion (how he was 'surprised by joy'), how his reason confirmed his feelings, how his theology stands on the authority of the Church and the Patristic Fathers) and his own experiences as a 'restless pilgrim.' Pints with Jack (David's podcast about Lewis) is here. Max McClean as CS Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert is here. David's conversation with Norman Stone, the director of the movie that follows this play (above) is here. David's conversation with Joseph Pearce (who was the guest on Almost Good Catholics, episode 10) is here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/british-studies

David Bates, Catholic apologist and CS Lewis expert, reflects upon Lewis's conversion (how he was 'surprised by joy'), how his reason confirmed his feelings, how his theology stands on the authority of the Church and the Patristic Fathers) and his own experiences as a 'restless pilgrim.' Pints with Jack (David's podcast about Lewis) is here. Max McClean as CS Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert is here. David's conversation with Norman Stone, the director of the movie that follows this play (above) is here. David's conversation with Joseph Pearce (who was the guest on Almost Good Catholics, episode 10) is here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week marks the anniversary of both the birth (Nov. 29) and the death (Nov. 22) of C.S. Lewis, one of the most remarkable Christians of the last century.

In this episode, we welcome Max McLean to the show. He is an award-winning actor and the Artistic Director of the New York City-based Fellowship for Performing Arts. He also played C.S. Lewis in the film The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis. In this interview, misconceptions about the world of acting, why he decided to make theater and acting a profession, where he gained an interest for C.S. Lewis, how The Most Reluctant Convert differs from other Lewis biopics, why C.S. Lewis is still having such a huge impact with his writings, his favorite C.S. Lewis book of all time, and much more. Let's get into it…  Today's sponsor: KC CATTLE COMPANY Wagyu steaks, wagyu roasts, pasture raised chicken, pasture raised Berkshire pork, wagyu bacon cheeseburger bratwurst, world famous wagyu gourmet hot dogs, and more. www.kccattlecompany.com Use the promo code KYLE to get 15% off your order! Episode notes and links HERE Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max McLean is an award-winning actor and founder and artistic director of New York City-based Fellowship for Performing Arts. Max adapted for the stage The Screwtape Letters, C.S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert, The Great Divorce, Genesis, and Mark's Gospel. His recent writing and producing credits include Martin Luther on Trial. As an actor, he created the roles of Screwtape in New York, on national tour and in London; C.S. Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert on national tour, in an extended 15-week run in New York and in the upcoming film version premiering nationwide Nov 3; Mark in Mark's Gospel; and Storyteller in Genesis. Max received the Jeff Award - Chicago theatre's highest honor - for his performance of Mark's Gospel. He has been nominated for four awards from the Audio Publishers Association for his narration of The Listener's Bible. His creative work has been cited with distinction by the New York Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, Wall Street Journal, and CNN to name a few. THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis Website: https://cslewismovie.com/ Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBd8bYTMoTKlUAk4IVyb16Q Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisMovie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpa_theatre/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBd8bYTMoTKlUAk4IVyb16Q *CHOOSE 2 THINK: Find Peace, Joy, Hope, Health & Freedom Every Day! Your 365-day DEVOTIONAL. Peek Inside Here. https://amzn.to/3rG35tI Get your Free 1-page printable Infographic of the 7 R's for Living Your Best Thought Life (a companion tool for the Choose 2 Think Devotional). https://mailchi.mp/3de80284c258/7-rs-for-living-your-best-thought-life-infographic CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: *CHOOSE 2 THINK DEVOTIONAL: https://amzn.to/3rG35tI WEBSITE: https://www.choose2think.co (yep, that's .co!) EMAIL: choose2think@gmail.com CHOOSE 2 THINK COACHING: https://www.victoriadwalker.com/coaching.html CHOOSE 2 THINK ACADEMY ONLINE COURSES: https://www.victoriadwalker.com/online-courses.html CHOOSE 2 THINK CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8Z2B9TtXvWn0RKelVY5DQ?sub_confirmation=1 CHOOSE 2 THINK INSPIRATIONAL PODCAST FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/choose2think PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/Choose2Think/_created/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/victoriadwalker/ *As an Amazon Associate, I may receive a teeny commission from your purchase --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

When C.S. Lewis moved from vigorous debunker to believer, it wasn't obvious he would become the most influential Christian writer of the past 100 years. What made Lewis such an effective apologist / evangelist to skeptics? C.S. Lewis On Stage: Further Up & Further In is a standalone production that builds on the story of Lewis' conversion as a young man. Award winning actor Max McLean, who is also President and Artistic Director of Fellowship for the Performing Arts, joins us to discuss the sequel to The Most Reluctant Convert and it's happening at the Straz Center in Tampa, October 1- 2! https://cslewisonstage.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No, I did not interview CS Lewis. But I found his conversion story told brilliantly in the 2021 Movie, "The Most Reluctant Convert." In this episode I promote that telling of his conversion story and recommend it highly. 

“You can always see the scars.” In today’s episode of The Walk, producer and director Norman Stone discusses his journey of faith and his most recent film, The Most Reluctant Convert, the life of C.S. Lewis, starring Max McLean. Hear Norman Stone describe the behind the scenes of this film and more, tracing God’s power through his career in the incredible story he shares on The Walk. Stream The Most Reluctant Convert today at cslewismovie.com. The post “You Can Always See the Scars:” Director and Producer Norman Stone Discusses His C. S. Lewis Movie, The Most Reluctant Convert appeared first on Theology Mix.

"You can always see the scars." In today's episode of The Walk, producer and director Norman Stone discusses his journey of faith and his most recent film, The Most Reluctant Convert, the life of C.S. Lewis, starring Max McLean. Hear Norman Stone describe the behind the scenes of this film and more, tracing God's power through his career in the incredible story he shares on The Walk. Stream The Most Reluctant Convert today at cslewismovie.com.

Our guest today is an award-winning actor and founder of New York City based Fellowship for Performing Arts. He adapted for the stage The Screwtape Letters, C.S. Lewis Onstage, The Great Divorce, Genesis, and Mark's Gospel. His recent writing and producing credits include Martin Luther on Trial. Max McLean is a leading actor and star of the current film, The Most Reluctant Convert, the life of C.S. Lewis, now available for streaming on Amazon Prime, Google Play, Apple TV, and more. For more info, visit: cslewismovie.com.

The legacy of C.S. Lewis has greatly surpassed his death in 1963. Some have argued that he is one of the most influential voices of the last 500 years of Christendom. On today's episode of the Alex McFarland Show, Alex sits down with award-winning actor, Max McLean. Max portrayed C.S. Lewis in a recent film titled, The Most Reluctant Convert. The two discuss the remarkable life of C.S. Lewis and Max recounts the process of making the film. Alex McFarlandThe Most Reluctant ConvertC.S. LewisC.S. Lewis In A Time Of War The Stand Truth & Liberty Coalition Viral Truth Clubs

This week, the Pug has a special guest, Max McLean, the founder of the Fellowship for the Performing Arts. Max has brought to the stage “The Screwtape Letters,” “The Great Divorce,” and “The Most Reluctant Convert,” the story of C.S. Lewis’s conversion; most recently staring in a film adaptation of the last of these. For the first half hour of the show the pugsters spoke with Max about his work and C.S. Lewis, but continued the conversation after Max left for another interview.

This week, the Pug has a special guest, Max McLean, the founder of the Fellowship for the Performing Arts. Max has brought to the stage “The Screwtape Letters,” “The Great Divorce,” and “The Most Reluctant Convert,” the story of C.S. Lewis’s conversion; most recently staring in a film adaptation of the last of these. For the first half hour of the show the pugsters spoke with Max about his work and C.S. Lewis, but continued the conversation after Max left for another interview.

Listen in for a quick question and answer session following yesterday's episode: The Most Reluctant Convert.

This week, the Pug has a special guest, Max McLean, the founder of the Fellowship for the Performing Arts. Max has brought to the stage “The Screwtape Letters,” “The Great Divorce,” and “The Most Reluctant Convert,” the story of C.S. Lewis's conversion; most recently staring in a film adaptation of the last of these. For the first half hour of the show the pugsters spoke with Max about his work and C.S. Lewis, but continued the conversation after Max left for another interview.

C.S. Lewis might be known as a great author and theologian but he was also “The Most Reluctant Convert.” Max McLean and Norman Stone have joined forces to take C.S. Lewis' life story on the screen. The two overcame many challenges making this film during the Covid Lockdown. The film is available now to watch on streaming platforms. I highly recommend it.Linkshttps://cslewismovie.com/http://cslewisonstage.com/AlongTheWay Linkshttp://alongtheway.mediaJoin My Email ListJohnAlongTheWay@gmail.comBecome a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AlongTheWayMore episodes and Social links for AlongTheWayThe Willing FoolIn The Willing Fool podcast, we ask questions and seek answers about the biggest...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn KriegerWhether you're an orthodontist, dentist or entrepreneur, this is a GREAT starting point.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Support the show

If you've ever listened to an audio version of the Bible, chances are you were hearing the captivating voice of Max McLean. A classically trained actor, McLean dedicates his talents for the presentation of Scripture and other Christian material. And though many may recognize his voice as the narrator of multiple translations for the Listener's Bible, he also received great acclaim for his theatrical presentations of The Screwtape Letters, Mark's Gospel, and Genesis. In this conversation, Charles Morris speaks with Max McLean about his experience writing, starring, and now filming his newest production: The Most Reluctant Convert. Hear what went into telling this groundbreaking story behind C.S. Lewis' long, heel-digging conversion to Christianity, along with how this film is now touching countless lives around the world.

An elder C.S. Lewis looks back on his remarkable journey from hard-boiled atheist to the most renowned Chrsitian writer of the past century. The Most Reluctant Convert features award-winning actor Max McLean as the older Lewis and Nicholas Ralph - breakout star of PBS Materpiece's All Creatures Great and Small - as young Lewis. Beautifully filmed in and around Oxford, this engaging biopic follows the creator of The Chronicles of Narnia from the tragic death of his mother when he was just nine years- old, through his strained relationship with his father, to the nightmare of the trenches of World War I to Oxford University, where friends like J.R.R. Tolkien challenge his unbelief. Norman Stone Norman Stone began his professional career in television as the youngest producer/director to be working at the BBC, and soon established himself as a top film maker with his highly acclaimed film A Different Drummer about the blind and deaf Christian poet, Jack Clemo. Four years later, he created Shadowlands, the gripping film drama on the love and loss of C.S. Lewis, which earned two BAFTA awards, an International Emmy, and the coveted ‘Prague D'or' for Best Director. This film went on to be an award-winning stage play, as well as a Hollywood movie.Other dramas followed included Martin Luther – Heretic, starring Jonathan Pryce; New World with James Fox; The Vision starring Dirk Bogarde, Lee Remick and Helena Bonham-Carter, and the award-winning Burston Rebellion with Eileen Atkins and Bernard Hill. Stone was also asked to direct the internationally acclaimed CBS co-production Pied Piper, starring Peter O'Toole. He then directed two of the famous BBC Miss Marples films, starring the iconic Joan Hickson in the title role, and also, The Black Velvet Gown, which earned him his second International Emmy. Always interested in experimenting with new forms of filmic storytelling, Stone went on to create and direct The Dream of a Ridiculous Man, which starred Jeremy Irons and was nominated for a prestigious ACE Award in the category of Best International Drama. This experience led directly to Tales from the Mad House, an award-winning series of one-man dramas, featuring such stars as Jonathan Pryce, Dame Eileen Atkins, Joss Ackland, Claire Bloom, James Cosmo and Helen Baxendale, before making the gritty, Glasgow feature film, Man Dancin' which collected more international awards.A string of new dramas followed, including C.S. Lewis - Beyond Narnia, Florence Nightingale, The Narnia Code and KJB - The Book that Changed the World (winner of The Templeton, Movie Guide, Epiphany Prize).In 2020, Norman completed a major Feature Documentary narrated by Ewan McGregor, The Final Fix, exploring a remarkably effective new treatment for drug addiction, and in 2021, during lockdown, he wrote and directed a new, creative drama on C.S. Lewis called The Most Reluctant Convert. This film was cinema-premiered in over 500 American cities in November 2021 and has already been seen in over 120 countries around the world.Norman is currently preparing a dramatically challenging feature film, Raising Hell, the true story of the battle to beat child prostitution in Victorian England, and is also developing an exciting, new TV action series, ROK, set in Gibraltar and the Mediterranean.Website: https://cslewismovie.com/Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBd8bYTMoTKlUAk4IVyb16QFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisMovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpa_theatre/IMDB: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBd8bYTMoTKlUAk4IVyb16Q

Nick Shalna interviews Max McLean, the star of The Most Reluctant Convert movie, on what it took to become CS Lewis on stage and on screen, the influence that Lewis had on Max, and some of the most impacting highlights in his work. Survey/Free Book Drawing: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13tYzUbq9scHJk5G_N7RHaUHOy8PiA008Xj54LH6piXc/viewform?edit_requested=trueMax McLeans website:https://listenersbible.com/about-max-mclean/Support the show

Max McLean and Norman Stone have joined forces to show C.S. Lewis' story on the screen. The film “The Most Reluctant Convert” was adapted from Max McLean's one man stage play to the silver screen by Norman Stone. The two men worked together to create this movie based around C.S. Lewis' book “Surprised by Joy” even during the Covid Lockdown. Links: CSLewisMovie.com CSLewisOnStage.com

Director Norman Stone discusses THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis An elder C.S. Lewis looks back on his remarkable journey from hard-boiled atheist to the most renowned Christian writer of the past century. The Most Reluctant Convert features award-winning actor Max McLean as the older Lewis and Nicholas Ralph – breakout... The post Director Norman Stone discusses THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis appeared first on 15 Minutes With Chuck - podcast.

We can all relate to the pain and struggle of life and how to reconcile that experience with a supposedly good God. Last year, the Most Reluctant Convert hit the theaters and was amazingly popular. Why? I give my review and sit down with director Norman Stone in Scotland for an amazing interview.  To watch The Most Reluctant Convert: https://cslewismovie.com/ Free Book! https://BookHip.com/KLCSAZV 

Understanding C.S. Lewis more through the lenses of Max McLean, Christian actor and C.S. Lewis expert. McLean talks about adapting scripture and books to theatre and films, shares parts of his testimony, and speaks passionately about standing upon the Word of God. Time Stamps: 0:00-2:00 Introducing Max McLean, actor who is starring in a new movie about the Untold Story of C.S. Lewis. 2:00-5:40 The pandemics effect on pivoting theatre to the big screen. 5:40-6:20 Talking about the strong reviews of the movie, “The Most Reluctant Convert”. 6:20-9:25 Max talks about his connection to C.S. Lewis as an adult convert to Christianity. Reading C.S. Lewis and falling in love and using him as a spiritual guide. 9:25-10:30 Sharing part of his testimony. Recognizing the need for a Savior. 10:30-14:00 How spiritual warfare has had an impact both in his personal life and in his career of adapting scripture to theatre. Using the Word of God to have something to stand upon. 14:00-16:15 McLean's production of Mark's gospel. The start of his line of adaptations including Genesis and Acts. 16:15-19:15 Standout moments from The Most Reluctant Convert. Talking about C.S. Lewis' moment of conversion. 19:15-22:00 What's next for Max? New C.S. Lewis plays and movies coming up in the next couple of years. 22:00- Closing up of the interview and hearing a final encouragement to take everything including doubts and hurts to Jesus. Standout Moments/Quotes: 9:50 “I read John's gospel in one sitting. I thought Jesus was gonna come off the pages. He was so real to me. He was like a hero.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve seen the recent movie The Most Reluctant Convert, you’ve seen the artistic skill of director Norman Stone. On this podcast Norman shares his perspective as a Christian and a director about the unique genre of film and why it moves us so much. Learn More: About Norman Stone The Most Reluctant Convert movie C.S. Lewis Through the Shadowlands movie

Epsiode 167 of the Unscripted Podcast is with Actor Max McLean, who plays the elder C.S. Lewis in the film "The Most Reluctant Convert" and who wrote the stage play as well as stage plays for The Screwtape Letters and The Great Divorce. In THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT, an elder C.S. Lewis looks back on his remarkable journey from hard-boiled atheist to becoming the most renowned Christian writer of the past century. Beautifully filmed in and around Oxford, this engaging biopic follows the journey of the creator of The Chronicles of Narnia: from the tragic death of his mother when he was just nine years-old, through his strained relationship with his father, to the nightmare of the trenches of World War I, to Oxford University, where friends like J.R.R. Tolkien challenged his unbelief. The play and the film are based primarily on Lewis' memoir, Surprised by Joy, which is licensed from The C.S. Lewis Company.Find out more about the film at Website: https://cslewismovie.com/Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBd8bYTMoTKlUAk4IVyb16QFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisMovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpa_theatre/

Dawn and Steve continue the conversation about unexpected wins. Also this hour, the morning team welcomes special guest, Max McLean! He will talk to us about the movie, The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis and the theater production of The Great Divorce, by CS Lewis.  Max McLean is an award-winning actor and founder and artistic director of the New York City-based Fellowship for Performing Arts. As an actor, he created the roles of Screwtape in New York, on national tour, and in London; C.S. Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert on national tour and in an extended 15-week run in New York; Mark in Mark's Gospel; and Storyteller in Genesis. Max received the Jeff Award—Chicago theatre's highest honor—for his performance of Mark's Gospel. He has been nominated for four awards from the Audio Publishers Association for his narration of The Listener's Bible. His creative work has been cited with distinction by the New York Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, Wall Street Journal, and CNN to name a few media outlets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew and Thornton give their review of the recent C.S. Lewis movie "The Most Reluctant Convert". You can purchase the movie here: https://cslewismovie.com/  Also, here is the Tolkien movie they reference: Tolkien  Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis.

David Bates, Catholic apologist and CS Lewis expert, reflects upon Lewis's conversion (how he was 'surprised by joy,' how his reason confirmed his feelings, how his theology stands on the authority of the Church and the Patristic Fathers) and his own experiences as a 'restless pilgrim.'David Bates's website: https://restlesspilgrim.net/blog/david-bates/Pints with Jack (David's podcast about Lewis) website: https://www.pintswithjack.com/Max McClean as CS Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert: https://tubitv.com/movies/531785/c-s-lewis-onstage-the-most-reluctant-convertDavid's conversation with Norman Stone, the director of the movie (https://cslewismovie.com/) that follows this play (above): https://www.pintswithjack.com/s5e7/David's conversation with Joseph Pearce (who was the guest on Almost Good Catholics, episode 10): https://www.pintswithjack.com/pints-with-jack-s2e10/

St Michael Catholic High school principal, Faustin Weber talked about his article, "Good Priests, Good Men" and gave an update on St Michael Catholic High School. Norman Stone talked about the film he directed, "The Most Reluctant Convert" and Fr Mateusz Rudzik provided our Sunday Gospel reflection for the 3rd Sunday of Lent. 

Abide Radio is a podcast presented by the Abide Christian Meditation app. It's a podcast that brings you thought leaders making an impact in the world, and stories of God's grace and redemption. In Episode #5, host Bonnie Curry talks with speaker and actor Max McLean, who portrays C.S. Lewis in the film "The Most Reluctant Convert." McLean is also the voice of the NIV Bible Reading Plans found in the Abide app. To download the Abide app, go to the App Store or Google Play, or go to www.Abide.co

Paul McDonald and Michael Tarwater discuss the story behind the film The Most Reluctant Convert. As a young man, CS Lewis experienced the devastating loss of his mother, leading him to reject God and embrace atheism. However, God continued to pursue his heart, mind, and imagination through the people surrounding him. Grab a pint, find a comfy chair, and enjoy this discussion of CS Lewis: The Most Reluctant Convert. The Most Reluctant Convert website: https://cslewismovie.com/ Fellowship for Performing Arts website: https://fpatheatre.com/ C.S. Lewis Institute: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/ About Michael Tarwater Michael has had a long and influential career in healthcare leadership, and he currently serves on the Board of Directors for The Leon Levine Foundation. He and his wife Ann also enjoy the arts, which lead to his involvement with FPA. He also is passionate about flying, and hold the FAA's Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award. He is also involved with the Fellows Program from the C.S. Lewis Institute. When he is not flying, attending a show, or working, he enjoys spending time with his children and grandchildren. To dive into this content even more, visit our website: www.menatthemovies.com/podcast. You will find resources mentioned on the podcast, plus quotes and themes discussed. If you would like to support our work (and get some behind-the-scenes perks), visit our Patreon page, www.patreon.com/menatthemovies. Get invites to livestreams, ebook devotionals drawn from a movie, even free merch. If you'd like to do a one-time contribution (a cameo appearance), visit www.menatthemovies.com/investors. Edited and mixed by Grayson Foster (https://graysonfoster.com/) Audio quotes performed by Britt Mooney, Paul McDonald, and Tim Willard, taken from Epic (written by John Eldredge) and Song of Albion (written by Stephen Lawhead). Southerly Change performed by Zane Dickinson, used under license from Shutterstock

Cale is joined by Fr. Michael Ward, Senior Research Fellow at Blackfriars Hall, University of Oxford, and Professor of Apologetics at Houston Baptist University. They discuss Fr. Michael's role in the recent film The Most Reluctant Convert which tells the story of C.S. Lewis. They also discuss Lewis's relationship with J.R.R. Tolkien and the role of reason and imagination in evangelizing the culture today. Plus, Fr. Michael shares what he believes the true climax ofThe Lord of the Ringsis – the answer may surprise you! Cale also looks at documents from the Dead Sea Scrolls and consiers: why did John the Baptist doubt that Jesus was the Messiah? Stream the movie here: CS Lewis Movie  Article: Peak Middle-earth: Why Mount Doom is not the Climax of The Lord of the Rings - An Unexpected Journal   Learn more about Fr. Michael and his work here:  https://michaelward.net/  Podcast: CS Lewis, Catholicism, and “After Humanity” - Relevant Radio

Max Mclean may well be the foremost authority on one of the greatest authors and intellectuals of the past century, C.S. Lewis.  After all, Mclean has spent a big part of his life capturing the essence of  Lewis through stage presentations and now in film.  Max Mclean is the founder and executive director of the Fellowship for the Performing Arts in New York who specialize in artistic performances through a Christian world view. Mclean is the star of the movie, " The Most reluctant convert.  The Untold Story of C. S. Lewis", now available for the first time through stream or DVD.   Whether you are a fan of C.S. Lewis's many works (Chronicles of Narnia and dozens more) or not, this powerful biopic will  reveal the life and genius of one of the worlds great thinkers.  You'll be captivated by his conversion from atheist to theist and ultimately  to one of Christianity's  most vocal apologist.   The theatrical debut of the movie was met with such a large audience that it remained in theaters well beyond its original run. Now, "The Most Reluctant Convert" is available on line at https://cslewismovie.com/.    This movie is likely to become the defining masterpiece that memorializes the amazing life of C.S. Lewis.  In addition to his incredible solo performances on stage and now in film, Max Mclean also makes the word of God come to life as the voice of the "Listener's Bible" (NIV).PS   If you are new to C.S. Lewis I encourage you to read his book' "Mere Christianity".  It is not a light read and you may need to spend some time with it,  but it is truly a work of art. 

Cale is joined by Fr. Michael Ward, Senior Research Fellow at Blackfriars Hall, University of Oxford, and Professor of Apologetics at Houston Baptist University. They discuss Fr. Michael's role in the recent film The Most Reluctant Convert which tells the story of C.S. Lewis. They also discuss Lewis's relationship with J.R.R. Tolkien and the role of reason and imagination in evangelizing the culture today. Plus, Fr. Michael shares what he believes the true climax of The Lord of the Rings is - the answer may surprise you! Cale also looks at documents from the Dead Sea Scrolls and considers: why did John the Baptist doubt that Jesus was the Messiah? Stream the movie here: CS Lewis Movie  Read Fr. Micheal's article here: Peak Middle-earth: Why Mount Doom is not the Climax of The Lord of the Rings - An Unexpected Journal   Learn more about Fr. Michael and his work here: https://michaelward.net/  Podcast: CS Lewis, Catholicism, and “After Humanity” - Relevant Radio 

David interviews Writer/Producer/Director, Norman Stone, about his career and C.S. Lewis-related productions, including the recently-released movie, "The Most Reluctant Convert".

Today I share my review of the C.S. Lewis biopic The Most Reluctant Convert. Listen to his journey and be thankful for the grace of God!!!

Today I share my review of the C.S. Lewis biopic The Most Reluctant Convert. Listen to his journey and be thankful for the grace of God!!!

Today I share my review of the C.S. Lewis biopic The Most Reluctant Convert. Listen to his journey and be thankful for the grace of God!!!

We discuss The Most Reluctant Convert, which featured Nicholas Ralph from All Creatures Great and Small (some of our favorite boringly-calming British TV). Check out our series on The Chronicles of Narnia, in case you missed it - including the episode about our former professor who collected C.S. Lewis artifacts. Send us an email or find us on social media to tell us about what movies you think we should watch! You can support the show by becoming a patreon.  You can follow the show on twitter and instagram, and visit our website.  You can follow Krispin at twitter and instagram and sign up for a monthly email about attachment, spirituality and evangelicalism here.  Pre order Krispin's book here! You can follow DL on twitter and instagram, and buy her books here. 

In this interview for GeeksUnderGrace, Max McLean of the Fellowship for Performing Arts joined us to discuss his new film The Most Reluctant Convert, now in theaters! https://geeksundergrace.com

The British author, Clive Staples Lewis, aka C.S. Lewis had a keen, brilliant mind, whose conversion from staunch atheist to strong Christian is the narrative of a new film, The Most Reluctant Convert. The author of such books as "Mere Christianity" and "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe", which are heavily drenched in the Christian worldview... Lewis rejected Christianity early in his life after the death of his mother from cancer when he was just nine years of age. His experience of a cruel and meaningless world, brought him to the conclusion that "either there was no God behind the universe, a God indifferent to good and evil... or worse... an evil God." On this episode of Lighthouse Faith podcast, actor Max McLean, who wrote and stars the film, which was adapted from the stage play, talks about the filming of the movie at Oxford, England, the reason behind Lewis's intellectual pathway to accepting the reality of an Omnipotent God and, the conversations that Lewis had with his friend J.R.R. Tolkien, who would later write, Lord of the Rings, that made his conversion complete. McLean is the founder and Artistic Director of the New York-based Fellowship of the Performing Arts.

Scott and Caleb Keith join Adam Francisco to discuss the life of C.S. Lewis and the docudrama The Most Reluctant Convert, which revolves around Lewis's life and conversion to Christianity. Lewis's conversion is complex but involves friendship and the challenging of presuppositions by those friends. Today, there is an ever-growing need for friendships that evolve past nicety and into the realm of substance and intellectual challenge.  Support the Show The Thinking Fellowship at 1517 The Thinking Fellows first C.S. Lewis Episode

Act One Podcast - Episode 21 - Interview with Actor Max McLean and Director Norman Stone of the new film, THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT.THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT features award-winning actor Max McLean as the older Lewis and Nicholas Ralph – breakout star of PBS Masterpiece's All Creatures Great and Small – as young Lewis. Beautifully filmed in and around Oxford this engaging biopic follows the creator of The Chronicles of Narnia from the tragic death of his mother when he was just nine years old, through his strained relationship with his father, to the nightmare of the trenches of World War I to Oxford University, where friends like J.R.R. Tolkien challenge his unbelief. Written for the screen and directed by two-time Emmy and BAFTA winner Norman Stone (BBC's Shadowlands), The Most Reluctant Convert brings to life the spiritual evolution of one the 20th century's sharpest minds and keenest wits.Tickets for the film can be purchased online or at participating theater box offices. Fans throughout the U.S., Canada and the UK will be able to enjoy the event in select movie theaters through Trafalgar Releasing. For a complete list of theater locations and to purchase tickets, visit www.CSLewisMovie.com (theaters are subject to change).ABOUT MAX MCLEANMax McLean is an award-winning actor and founder and artistic director of New York City-based Fellowship for Performing Arts. FPA produces theatre and film from a Christian worldview meant to engage diverse audiences. Recent FPA productions in New York City include The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, C.S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert. Each was either adapted for the stage or written by Max McLean. Other New York productions include Paradise Lost, Shadowlands, A Man for All Seasons and Martin Luther on Trial. Many of these productions have toured at major venues across the country and have been seen by nearly a million people. As an actor, Max created the roles of Screwtape (New York, London, national tour), C.S. Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert (New York, national tour) and Mark in Mark's Gospel for which he received a Jeff Award – Chicago theatre's highest honor.  Max's work has been cited in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, CNN, The Guardian and The Boston Globe among many others.  His narration of The Listener's Bible published by HarperCollins and Biblica has received four Audie Award nominations from the Audio Publishers Association.ABOUT NORMAN STONENorman Stone is a double BAFTA and EMMY Award winning writer, producer and director known for SHADOWLANDS (1986), THE FINAL FIX (2020) and INTO THE RAINBOW (2017). He is married to Scottish broadcaster, Sally Magnusson. Norman has headed up 1A Productions since 1992. Over the years, 1A has gained a reputation for high quality and inventive productions, as well as garnering many international awards and acclaim. 1A has also worked with many of the finest names in the acting and film-making worlds, creating a slate of films and programming which run from top class television dramas, series and documentaries, to music videos and big screen movies.The Act One Podcast provides insight and inspiration on the business and craft of Hollywood from a Christian perspective.Support the show (https://actoneprogram.com/donate/)

Norman Stone continues his discussion of his new hit film, "The Most Reluctant Convert," as well as the next intriguing production in the pipeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director Norman Stone shares stories from the making of his new hit movie, "The Most Reluctant Convert," plus discusses some of his many other films. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stories, whether told in literature or on stage or through film are powerful. Stories about someone’s conversion are especially moving. Max McLean, the star of the new movie “The Most Reluctant Convert” and I discuss his movie as well as the power of story. Explore more from the Fellowship for Performing Arts. Learn more about the movie The Most Reluctant Convert.

Known for The Listener's Bible and many C.S. Lewis performances, the talented Max McLean now plays the starring role in a new biopic, The Most Reluctant Convert.   Visit cslewismovielaunchteam.com for tickets and viewing options.   Listen to every episode of the Dr. Jeff Show wherever you listen to podcasts.   More episodes of the Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube: bit.ly/3flbj2j    More about Summit Ministries: www.summit.org    Summit Student Conferences: https://bit.ly/3iQB6D2

Max McLean drops by the studio with interesting behind-the-scenes stories about his new film based on the life of C.S. Lewis, "The Most Reluctant Convert." (Encore Presentation) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Guests Adam Holz – Plugged In Adam takes us through movie reviews including “The Most Reluctant Convert“, “The Harder They Fall” and “The French Dispatch” followed by a discussion about…guns in church… Lisa Samson – Book Spotlight – Co-Author of “Songs of Light Series” “The Songs of Light” is a series that Lisa has […] The post The Reluctant C.S. Lewis and the Plight of Alec Baldwin | Words of Grace to Read Aloud to Those Who Need It appeared first on The Reconnect with Carmen | Engaging Culture from a Christian Worldview.

IN THIS REPEAT: An interview with Max McLean about the Lewis movie set to release on Nov. 3rd (and now Nov. 7th in the UK). Fellowship for Performing Arts (FPA) has produced its first movie (in conjunction with 1A Productions). Hear Max McLean talk with William O'Flaherty about the motion picture in this podcast interview. The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis, stars Max and is an adaption of his popular stage play. The Movie debuts in the US on November 3, 2021. Max addresses the question of why only one night and when it will be shown in other places, as well as talking about the process of making the film in Oxford and how Norman Stone (the Director) helped make The Most Reluctant Convert a reality.  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Visit CSLewisMovie.com for Showings Direct Link to FAQ Page about the Movie Visit Fellowship for Performing Arts Website Listen to the 2019 Interview with Max McLean Listen to the 2013 Interview with Max McLean Other Useful Links: Knowing and Understanding C.S. Lewis YouTube CHANNEL  Listen to All About Jack on iTunes Purchase C.S. Lewis Goes to Hell Visit ScrewtapeCompanion.com Visit EssentialCSLewis.com Purchase The Misquotable C.S. Lewis  

On November 3rd, "The Most Reluctant Convert" will be released in cinemas. This movie is based on the play by "The Fellowship of Performing Arts" and Lewis' own spiritual autobiography, "Surprised By Joy", which chronicles his journey to Christianity. Dr. Devin Brown was invited to write the Study Guide for the movie so he came on the show to talk about it.

Plugged In's Adam Holz looks at the C.S. Lewis bio-pic "The Most Reluctant Convert" and an interesting look at the movie "Rust" that was being filmed when Alec Baldwin accidently shot and killed a member of the film crew.  Author Lisa Samson talks about the series of comforting books named "Songs of Light."

Plugged In's Adam Holz looks at the C.S. Lewis bio-pic "The Most Reluctant Convert" and an interesting look at the movie "Rust" that was being filmed when Alec Baldwin accidently shot and killed a member of the film crew.  Author Lisa Samson talks about the series of comforting books named "Songs of Light."

The Christian Outlook – October 30, 1021 Craig Roberts turns to Brian Johnston, the Western Director of the National Right to Life Committee, to talk about the U.S. Supreme Court announcement to take up the challenge to the Texas “Heartbeat Bill.” Dr. Albert Mohler explains how we can make sense of the speed with which the Supreme Court is acting. Don Kroah talks with former Virginia Governor George Allen about the gubernatorial race in Virginia between former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe and Republican challenger Glenn Youngkin. Georgene Rice and Billy Graham's daughter, Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright talk about her book, “Jesus Followers: Real-Life Lessons for Igniting Faith in the Next Generation.” Eric Metaxas talks with Max McLean about his efforts to bring the life of C.S. Lewis to the live stage and through his film adaptation, “The Most Reluctant Convert.” For theater listings for the November 3rd event, visit https://www.cslewismovie.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're a C.S. Lewis fan, you'll not want to miss this conversation that highlights The Most Reluctant Convert, a new film that traces the spiritual journey of the renowned author of The Chronicles of Narnia. Ken and Deb visit with the star of the film, Max McClean as they look behind the curtain of Lewis' life and hear what Max discovered through researching the man whose spiritual journey went from vigorous opposer of Christianity to the most influential Christian writer of the past century. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Debauchery is happening in our public schools that would make the citizens of Sodom and Gommorah blush.Todd Starnes continues his investigation into some unseemly happenings in public schools along with some more news of the day with Liz Wheeler, Tiffany Justice from Moms for Liberty, Rod D. Martin (Southern Baptist Convention), and writer & actor Max McLean, discussing his upcoming film The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis! We also wish Todd Starnes a very happy birthday on today's episode of The Todd Starnes Show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who is your favorite famous personality, writer, actor, politician? Isn't that an easy ice breaker for a small group discussion? I'm guessing your mind is already wondering to that person, thinking of favorite anecdotes you have about them on the tip of you tongue. But now imagine you have the opportunity to introduce this person to the world, not just with words, but you get to play the part in a movie about them. Today, we welcome stage and screen actor, Max McLean, a man whose credits are easily found on Google, or better yet at the Fellowship for the Performing Arts web page: fpatheater.com, where Max is the founder & artistic director. He is here today because in just a handful of days, on November 3rd, there is a major one day release of a compelling movie telling the untold story of C.S. Lewis entitled, “The Most Reluctant Convert.” Welcome Max McLean. https://www.churchhurtsand.org Closing: Closing: A few words before we close. What church should you go to?  “And above all, you must be asking which door is the true one; not which pleases you best by its paint and panelling…the question should never be: ‘Do I like that kind of service?' but ‘Are these doctrines true: Is holiness there? Does my conscience move me towards this? Is my reluctance to move to this door due to my pride, or my mere taste, or my personal dislike for this particular door-keeper?”  ― C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity In my lifetime I have observed faith in God moving from a rather passive assumption in the culture around me, to a rather passive irrelevance. “Which church do you go to?” is a question with far more assumptions than a modern American would now make. Atheists have claimed the high ground in academia, somehow assuming they have won the day, disinterested in revisiting arguments from antiquity which allowed theism to dominate in world history. In my world I come across a lot of atheists and less courageous agnostics. When allowed the chance I often express to them my envy of their assurance. I tell them I might be willing to join them, but I just can't get there intellectually. This usually causes them pause. That's their line. “Did he just say he can't get to atheism intellectually?” What they don't know is that I don't believe they came to a belief in the absence of God intellectually either. It doesn't take a genius to look at a sunset and have a pretty strong intuition that this didn't come from nothing, or chance which is another word for nothing. As prayers are cancelled in public gatherings, I haven't noticed many hospitals and senior centers asking for fewer chaplains. When one is waiting for results of the cancer screening, I don't know many calling out to the local atheist society for help. In you are reluctant to follow thinking which could land you in the camp of Christ followers, perhaps it would be worth the time to meet one of your predecessors. His name is C.S. Lewis. You can find him in the movie “The Most Reluctant Convert.” Oh, and don't be surprised if he becomes a rather good friend. It's Worth a Thought For Church Hurts And, this is John Bash. Go and enjoy God today.

Who is your favorite famous personality, writer, actor, politician? Isn't that an easy ice breaker for a small group discussion? I'm guessing your mind is already wondering to that person, thinking of favorite anecdotes you have about them on the tip of you tongue. But now imagine you have the opportunity to introduce this person to the world, not just with words, but you get to play the part in a movie about them. Today, we welcome stage and screen actor, Max McLean, a man whose credits are easily found on Google, or better yet at the Fellowship for the Performing Arts web page: fpatheater.com, where Max is the founder & artistic director. He is here today because in just a handful of days, on November 3rd, there is a major one day release of a compelling movie telling the untold story of C.S. Lewis entitled, “The Most Reluctant Convert.” Welcome Max McLean. https://www.churchhurtsand.org Closing: Closing: A few words before we close. What church should you go to?  “And above all, you must be asking which door is the true one; not which pleases you best by its paint and panelling…the question should never be: ‘Do I like that kind of service?' but ‘Are these doctrines true: Is holiness there? Does my conscience move me towards this? Is my reluctance to move to this door due to my pride, or my mere taste, or my personal dislike for this particular door-keeper?”  ― C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity In my lifetime I have observed faith in God moving from a rather passive assumption in the culture around me, to a rather passive irrelevance. “Which church do you go to?” is a question with far more assumptions than a modern American would now make. Atheists have claimed the high ground in academia, somehow assuming they have won the day, disinterested in revisiting arguments from antiquity which allowed theism to dominate in world history. In my world I come across a lot of atheists and less courageous agnostics. When allowed the chance I often express to them my envy of their assurance. I tell them I might be willing to join them, but I just can't get there intellectually. This usually causes them pause. That's their line. “Did he just say he can't get to atheism intellectually?” What they don't know is that I don't believe they came to a belief in the absence of God intellectually either. It doesn't take a genius to look at a sunset and have a pretty strong intuition that this didn't come from nothing, or chance which is another word for nothing. As prayers are cancelled in public gatherings, I haven't noticed many hospitals and senior centers asking for fewer chaplains. When one is waiting for results of the cancer screening, I don't know many calling out to the local atheist society for help. In you are reluctant to follow thinking which could land you in the camp of Christ followers, perhaps it would be worth the time to meet one of your predecessors. His name is C.S. Lewis. You can find him in the movie “The Most Reluctant Convert.” Oh, and don't be surprised if he becomes a rather good friend. It's Worth a Thought For Church Hurts And, this is John Bash. Go and enjoy God today.

The Most Reluctant Convert is a one-night movie release (Nov. 3) of the untold events of the life of C.S. Lewis, a story of one of the 20th century's great thinkers, as he battles with himself and ultimately finds faith. On Wednesday's Mornings with Eric and Brigitte theatre actor, Max McLean, who plays C.S. Lewis in the film, talks about how the story explores the impact Lewis's friends had on the dedicated atheist who was forced to question his own disbelief.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's ID the Future, award-winning British producer and director Norman Stone joins host John West to discuss Stone’s new biopic on C.S. Lewis, The Most Reluctant Convert. The freewheeling conversation covers a wide range of topics, including Lewis's view of science, the problems of reductionist science, Lewis's attraction to and rejection of the occult (and the strange connection between the occult and scientific materialism), Bertrand Russell's atheism, the women in C.S. Lewis's life (not just Joy Gresham), and even the strange fate of C.S. Lewis's old rooms in Oxford (you'll never guess what's in there now!). Plus, West tries his best to convince Stone that he should do a film version of a certain C.S. Lewis science fiction novel. Read More › Source

On today's ID the Future, award-winning British producer and director Norman Stone joins host John West to discuss Stone's new biopic on C.S. Lewis, The Most Reluctant Convert. The freewheeling conversation covers a wide range of topics, including Lewis's view of science, the problems of reductionist science, Lewis's attraction to and rejection of the occult […]

Max McLean drops by the studio with interesting behind-the-scenes stories about his new film based on the life of C.S. Lewis, "The Most Reluctant Convert." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thrilled to welcome back to the show Michael Ward. Michael plays C.S. Lewis' Vicar in the upcoming movie (to be released Nov. 3, 2021) The Most Reluctant Convert. On this show he gives us beautiful insight on Lewis' conversion story with some history and lessons. Thank you Professor Ward for sharing this with us!  Find a theater near you: www.cslewismovie.com MICHAEL WARD, a Catholic priest, is Senior Research Fellow at Blackfriars Hall, University of Oxford, and Professor of Apologetics at Houston Baptist University. He is the author of the best-selling and award-winning Planet Narnia: The Seven Heavens in the Imagination of C.S. Lewis, co-editor of The Cambridge Companion to C.S. Lewis, and presenter of the BBC television documentary The Narnia Code. On the fiftieth anniversary of Lewis's death, Michael Ward unveiled a permanent national memorial to him in Poets' Corner, Westminster Abbey, London.

On this ID the Future award-winning actor Max McLean joins host John West to discuss his new film, The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis. West and McLean discuss how McClean came to do stage plays focused on Lewis's work, and how he and filmmaker Norman Stone came to create a feature-length dramatic film in the midst of the coronavirus shutdown. McLean tells about Lewis's long and winding conversion from agnosticism to Christianity, and then he and West focus on those aspects of Lewis's conversion centered on science, evolutionary theory, and rational theism. Key to Lewis's move from agnosticism to idealism and eventually Judeo-Christian theism—his friend Owen Barfield and the question of the origin of reason. Lewis Read More › Source

Fellowship for Performing Arts (FPA) has produced its first movie (in conjunction with 1A Productions). Hear Max McLean talk with William O'Flaherty about the motion picture in this podcast interview. The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis, stars Max and is an adaption of his popular stage play. The Movie debuts in the US on November 3, 2021. Max addresses the question of why only one night and when it will be shown in other places, as well as talking about the process of making the film in Oxford and how Norman Stone (the Director) helped make The Most Reluctant Convert a reality.  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Visit CSLewisMovie.com for Showings Direct Link to FAQ Page about the Movie Visit Fellowship for Performing Arts Website Listen to the 2019 Interview with Max McLean Listen to the 2013 Interview with Max McLean Other Useful Links: Knowing and Understanding C.S. Lewis YouTube CHANNEL  Listen to All About Jack on iTunes Purchase C.S. Lewis Goes to Hell Visit ScrewtapeCompanion.com Visit EssentialCSLewis.com Purchase The Misquotable C.S. Lewis  

In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Max McLean. Max is the founder and artistic director of the “Fellowship for Performing Arts” which produces theatre and film from a Christian worldview, and he portrays C.S. Lewis in the upcoming film “The Most Reluctant Convert”.Support the show (http://closeencountertv.com/cetvdonate.asp)

(00:00-5:56): Brian and Aubrey commented on the NBC News article, “Many Amazon corporate employees may stay 'mostly remote.'” They also reflected on how life will never be the same after the pandemic.  (5:56-25:54): Dr. Derwin Gray, Co-founder and Lead Pastor of Transformation Church and Author of “The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches about Finding True Happiness,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “God, Do You Hear Me?: Discover the Prayer God Always Answers.” Learn more about Derwin at derwinlgray.com and connect with him on Twitter at @DerwinLGray (25:54-35:37): Brian and Aubrey shared what “Grinds their Gears” as they discussed: parents breaking the rules at the school drop-off line, cars drag racing on main roads, and inappropriate commercials during sports games.  (35:37-43:36): What can we learn about resilience from young people facing suffering? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and reacted to the Good Morning America story, “2-year-old with COVID-19 placed on ventilator: What parents of kids under 5 should know.” (43:36-52:43): Brian and Aubrey discussed the upcoming film, “The Most Reluctant Convert,” and Abby Perry's Christianity Today article, “Doubt That Led to Devotion.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew interviewed Max McLean, founder and artistic director of the Fellowship for Performing Arts, who have brought many of Lewis' works to life on the stage, and who will soon be releasing a movie about Lewis' life, The Most Reluctant Convert, which will be released on November 3rd.

Today we’ll talk with LaSondra Barnes, Founder & CEO of Royal One Enterprise, LLC, and author of “Rejected to Accepted: Learning to Love Myself After Adversity” (Christian Faith) and award winning actor, Max McLean, presenting CS Lewis, The Most Reluctant Convert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to actually meet C. S. Lewis? Well, watching Max McLean perform as C. S. Lewis might be the closest you come this side of heaven! McLean joins Hank on this episode of Hank Unplugged to discuss what it is like to perform as one of the most influential Christians of the twenty-first century.Topics discussed include: Max McLean's desire to adapt the works of C. S. Lewis as an apologetic tool through performance arts (2:00); how McLean is able to bring Lewis to life on stage (6:00); “Reason is the natural order of truth; but imagination is the origin of meaning” (9:00); the power of oral tradition (10:45); memorization as a transformational discipline (14:50); challenges McLean has faced performing biblical adaptations (16:25); performing the Gospel of Mark (18:05); remembering that everyone is made in the Imago Dei as described in The Weight of Glory (19:55); C. S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert on DVD (24:20); being a Christian actor and the role of Christian performing arts in NYC (25:20); the importance of properly processing our experiences (30:05); the apologetic value of performing the conversion story of C. S. Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert (33:20); “the hardness of God is kinder than the softness of men” (37:30); theism as a significant entry point to belief in Christianity (39:10); performing as Martin Luther (44:40); is it more difficult to write or act? (48:30); spiritual warfare and performing The Screwtape Letters (49:40); literary evil, real evil, and the safest road to hell (52:20); free will and the key to understanding C. S. Lewis found in The Great Divorce (54:00); Shadowlands: the love story of C. S. Lewis and an example of how God works through pain (55:50); McLeans testimony as an adult convert to Christianity (1:02:00); McLean's award-winning recordings of the Bible in The Listener's Bible (1:07:00); the benefits of memorizing the Bible (1:09:25); the similarities between memorization and meditation (1:11:30); Max's passion for live theater and where you can see him perform (1:17:30).