Tag Archives: Exorcism

Canada human rights watch: Militant secularist group demands government ban on Christian exorcisms

Posted on 19/04/2012 by

Ban exorcisms, demands Ontario atheist group Of course, the incident that triggered the atheists’ outburst wasn’t even an exorcism: While there was no formal exorcism ritual performed, the priest blessed the man, saying he belonged to the good side, to … Continue reading →

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Peter J. Leithart and Graham H. Twelftree on Jesus, the early Christians and exorcism

Posted on 09/04/2011 by

‘In the early chapters of Mark’s gospel, the only beings to identify Jesus as “Son of God” are the Father and demons.  No human being recognizes Him until He dies, and then it’s a Roman centurion. Perhaps Mark intends us … Continue reading →

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Exorcism and Satanism in the news

Posted on 30/03/2011 by

How to become an exorcist Top 10 exorcist films Satanism through the ages Surge in Satanism ‘sparks demand for exorcists’ Rise in demand for exorcism recalls horror trend

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Real-life Catholic exorcist praises movie ‘The Rite’ for accuracy and positive portrayal of Church

Posted on 22/01/2011 by

Exorcist praises new movie ‘The Rite’ for showing power of faith Father Gary Thomas, whose real life experience as an exorcist-in-training is chronicled in the highly anticipated movie “The Rite,” praised the film for its positive portrayal of the Church … Continue reading →

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