Episode 326: Two Catholic Priests React to New Exorcism Movie The Ritual
June 4th, 2025
18 mins 52 secs
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About this Episode
What happens when a Catholic priest lets a horror movie be filmed in his church? 🎬 Fr. Aaron Williams from Mississippi joins me to talk about hosting the filming of The Ritual, a new exorcism thriller set in the 1920s. We dive into why exorcisms continue to fascinate audiences, whether the movie is historically accurate, and what Catholics should know before watching.
In this powerful conversation, Fr. Williams gives pastoral insight into spiritual warfare, how the Church views exorcism today, and why The Ritual might be one of the more respectful portrayals of exorcism in modern cinema.
🙏 TOPICS COVERED:
• How The Ritual was filmed at Fr. Williams' parish
• Are exorcisms based on historical fact?
• Why movies about possession are so popular
• Fr. Williams’ take on exorcisms in the 1920s vs. today
• Is the film appropriate for Catholics? Viewer cautions and takeaways
• The Church’s real stance on demonic activity and spiritual protection
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