Rock operas are always interesting. Bat Out Of Hell is no exception.
Considering your faith, check out ‘Luxaeterna’ by the Brazilian band Aquaria. They’re prog/power/symphonic metal, but some of the better bands in the genre come from Brazil. Aside from that, Aquaria is a good example of sonic excellence in all areas: world-class musicianship, writing and production.
Here’s the intro and first song of the album.
http://youtu.be/3gxH05P-aRM
Heavy Metal Fact No. 1: not all metal is satanic.
“Seventh Son of a Seventh Son” by Iron Maiden would have made an awesome Rock/Metal Opera.
I like your user name.