We recently had a question from someone wondering how to explain why a person should use holy water rather than saging to rid a home of “evil vibes.”
Category Archives: Occult
Reiki Remains Junk Science
SMB asks: “Have there been any recent studies to prove the effectiveness of Reiki?”
The New Age and the Absence of Truth
People get involved in the New Age and the occult for a variety of reasons.
Lana Del Rey Admits Placing Hex on Trump
Trump hatred continues to run rampant among American elites with singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey the latest to admit she attempted to place a hex on the president earlier this year.
Devil: Every Hail Mary of Rosary is a Blow to My Head
In his book, The Last Exorcist, the late Father Gabriele Amorth records an entire conversation with the devil in which he explains to the priest why he is so angry at the Blessed Mother and what impact the Rosary has upon him.
Nurse: Patients Must be Fully Informed About Reiki/CAM Therapies
A Catholic nurse is campaigning to encourage hospitals to provide full disclosure to patients about alternative therapies, particularly practices such as Reiki which have spiritual aspects, by utilizing a spiritual consent form designed to inform patients of possible spiritual conflicts and protect institutions from potential legal liability.
Finding a Priest Who Understands the Occult
In our last blog, we reported on an address by Father Francesco Bamonte, chairman of the International Association of Exorcists (IAE) who is calling for more training for seminarians and priests about the nature of evil and workings of Satan. This is a call that needs to be answered!
Exorcist: Seminarians Need Training About Satan
Father Francesco Bamonte, the chairman of the International Association of Exorcists (IAE) says future priests need more training about the nature of evil.
The New Age/Occult Roots of the 5Rhythms
Gabrielle Roth (1941-2012)
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We have received a question from a reader about a form of trance dancing known as the 5Rhythms. Is it New Age? And are there any connections to the occult?
Rosaries Made of Crystals are Not Dangerous
A reader writes: “I have a question about whether it is alright to pray with a rosary made of crystals? A Carmelite order in the USA, the Sisters of Carmel, offers a custom rosary making service and it is possible to select semi-precious stones like amethyst or jade for a beautiful and unique rosary. Is there anything dangerous or New Age about praying with such a rosary?” Read the rest…
