Midnight Mass: Unveiling Theological Reflections in Horror - w/ Kaitlyn Schiess

Discover how 'Midnight Mass' serves as a mirror to the modern church, revealing the dangers of misguided faith, the perversion of theology, and the implications for believers today. Mike Erre, Tim Stafford, and special guest Kaitlyn Schiess delve deep into the series' portrayal of religious zealotry, the seductive nature of miracles, and how the show brilliantly maps Christian themes onto a horror narrative, provoking thoughtful reflection on faith and community. Key Takeaways: • Justifying Evil in the Name of Faith – Exploring how Midnight Mass illustrates the ease with which religious communities can rationalize harmful actions. • The Allure and Danger of Miracles – Discussing the seductive power of miracles in the series and their parallels to real-world faith experiences. • Fear, Shame, and Redemption – Analyzing characters' motivations and how fear and shame influence their journey, reflecting dynamics within the church. • Inversion of Christian Symbols – Unpacking how the show inverts Christian rituals and sacraments to highlight the perils of unchecked zealotry. Guest Highlights: Kaitlyn Schiess – Author of The Liturgy of Politics and contributor to The Holy Post podcast. Kaitlyn enriches the conversation with her insights on political theology and how the series mirrors contemporary church challenges. Resources Mentioned: • Midnight Mass – Netflix Series https://www.netflix.com/title/81083626 • The Liturgy of Politics by Kaitlyn Schiess – https://www.ivpress.com/the-liturgy-of-politics • The Holy Post Podcast – https://www.holypost.com/ • The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill Podcast – https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/podcasts/rise-and-fall-of-mars-hill/ Call to Action: Join the conversation! Subscribe, leave a review, and share your thoughts on social media. We'd love to hear your perspectives on Midnight Mass and its reflections on faith and the church. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to [email protected], and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV. Our Merch Store! ETSY Learn more about the Voxology Podcast Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy