The Catholic Morning Show

The Catholic Morning Show - 02/16/2026

Episode Summary

Today on the Catholic Morning Show, we talk with Max McLean about bringing C.S. Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters to the stage in Des Moines and how great storytelling can awaken faith and spiritual awareness. We also visit with Danielle Fennessy about the upcoming TURN Conference in Jefferson and how events like this help young Catholics grow in discipleship and mission.

Episode Notes

Today on the Catholic Morning Show:

🎭 Max McLean — Founder and Artistic Director of the Fellowship for Performing Arts — joins us to discuss the acclaimed stage production of The Screwtape Letters, the powerful theatrical adaptation of the classic C.S. Lewis work exploring spiritual warfare and the battle for the human soul. McLean’s company produces theater from a Christian worldview and has toured these productions nationally for many years. 
Learn more and see tour info:
https://screwtapeonstage.com/

🔥 Danielle Fennessy — Faith Formation Coordinator for the Diocese of Sioux City — shares details about the upcoming TURN Conference in Jefferson on February 28th, featuring keynote speaker Bishop John Keehner. She explains how gatherings like TURN help young Catholics encounter Christ, deepen their faith, and build authentic Catholic community.

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