Washington Archdiocese Removes Priest From Exorcist Role After UFO Remarks
A Catholic priest in Washington, D.C., was removed from his exorcist duties after a May 29 video linked most UFO sightings to demonic activity. The archbishop acted on June 3 and ended ties with the priest's ministry center.
NewsweekA Catholic priest in Washington, D.C., was removed from his exorcist duties after a May 29 video linked most UFO sightings to demonic activity. The archbishop acted on June 3 and ended ties with the priest's ministry center. The priest had stated that "many, if not most," UFO sightings could be explained as demonic activity.
Officials said the comments "gravely undermined" official Catholic teaching on demons and exorcism.
The archdiocese cut ties with the priest's ministry center following the June 3 action. The priest later said he was saddened by the decision and apologized, pledging to remain obedient to Church doctrine. This is a developing story.
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