Why has Fr Chad Ripperger, one of the Catholic Church's best-known exorcists, reportedly been told to step back from public speaking? Is this another example of traditional Catholic voices being silenced, or is there more to the story?

In this episode of REGINA UNSCRIPTED, Katherine Bennett and Mark Lambert discuss the controversy surrounding Fr Chad Ripperger, whose outspoken teaching on exorcism, demons and spiritual warfare has attracted an enormous following.

With Catholics questioning the decision of his bishop, Katherine and Mark explore the tension between priestly obedience, episcopal authority and the growing influence of Catholic personalities online.

But Katherine raises a different concern: have Catholics become too fascinated by the demonic? Should exorcists be public figures, and could constant discussion of spiritual warfare distract us from the ordinary Christian life of prayer, family and the sacraments?

Drawing on Archbishop Fulton Sheen's reflections on evil, the conversation explores the deeper spiritual struggles facing modern society, from pornography and violence to the breakdown of families and the loss of unity.

The pair also discuss Fr Stephen Wang's appointment as Bishop of Arundel and Brighton, the Church's response to unrest in France, and concerns about leadership and doctrinal clarity within the Catholic hierarchy.

IN THIS EPISODE:

Why Fr Chad Ripperger has reportedly been asked to step back from public speaking

Is the Church treating traditional priests unfairly?

Fr James Martin and accusations of double standards

The importance of obedience to bishops

Are Catholics becoming obsessed with demons and exorcism?

Archbishop Fulton Sheen's warnings about modern society

Pornography, violence and the fragmentation of Western culture

Why spiritual warfare begins in our everyday lives

Fr Stephen Wang's appointment as Bishop of Arundel and Brighton

Catholic leadership, synodality and the responsibility of bishops

Ultimately, Katherine and Mark ask whether the controversy has distracted Catholics from something more important: remaining close to Christ, seeking God's grace and rediscovering the power of prayer and repentance.

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