The Exorcist Files

Demons and demonic possession are not just the stuff of horror movies! Practicing exorcist Father Carlos Martins shares real-life stories of demonic activity and offers compelling advice on how we can protect ourselves from its terrors.

As one of the world’s most sought-after experts on supernatural events, Father Martins has encountered many harrowing instances of demonic oppression and possession firsthand. Based on his blockbuster podcast of the same name, The Exorcist Files shares these stories and explores how demonic forces, bent on wreaking suffering and destruction in our lives, can infiltrate our world. Introducing us to the 2,000-year-old Catholic ministry of exorcism, Father Martins also emphasizes the importance of religious literacy and discipline as our most powerful weapons against supernatural evil in world where the line between the divine and the demonic is increasingly blurred.

Through a combination of unforgettable storytelling coupled with science, theology, and detailed analysis, this book invites us to:  

• Uncover the deceptive and seemingly mundane tactics that demonic forces use to upend our lives.
• Learn practical tools to help recognize and guard against demonic attacks.
• Gain valuable insights into the cosmic struggle between good and evil.
• Understand the transformative power of faith and the ultimate victory we have through Jesus Christ.

Written for both Christians and the spiritually curious, this eye-opening book invites us to explore, question, and deepen our understanding of the dark forces lurking in our midst so that we can stay protected and live lives characterized not by fear but by confidence and joy. 

• "Father Martins clearly outlines a systemic discernment to provide guidance in distinguishing between mental illness and the spiritually demonic."
  Bishop David L. RIcken, DD, JCL, Bishop of Green Bay
• "[Father Martins] presents actual cases of possession that come from his direct experience and adroitly allows the reader to participate in discerning the presence of evil and, with the power of Christ, driving it out." 
  Monsignor Robert Sarno, JDC, STL, MDiv, Dicastery for the causes of Saints
• "I highly recommend this book to all but especially those involved in the healing arts."
  Dr. Elizabeth A. Garwood, MD, Psychiatrist
• "A superb treatment of the complex subject of the variety of demonic attacks and their handling by an experienced exorcist. Father Martins shows a sensible balance and a high level of pragmatic sophistication about many aspects of this tricky field."
  Dr. Richard Gallagher, MD, Author of Demonic Foes, Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, New York Medical College and Faculty Member of Columbia University
• “Father Martins delivers an epic masterclass in spiritual warfare.”
  Billy Hallowell, Journalist, Author of Playing with Fire, and CBN Contributor
• “Full of practical advice for believers, hope for the haunted, and warnings for the unwary. ... An instant classic.”
  Rod Dreher, Writer and New York Times Bestselling Author of Live Not By Lies
• “An implicit challenge to face our own fears, examine and reform our own lives, and take seriously the promise of Jesus.”
  Father Barton T. Geger, SJ, PhD, Assistant Professor, Boston College
• “This work unveils the chilling reality that in the shadows of the mundane, a fierce adversary lies in wait, lurking and poised to ensnare.”
  Dr. Joseph Terry, PhD, Adjunct Assistant Professor at City University of New York, Cofounder and Managing Director of Schola Sophia
• “The only book I have ever read that offers a guideline and overarching vision of how an exorcist diagnoses the demonic. This book should be mandatory reading in every Catholic seminary.”
  Monsignor Patrick Brankin, BA, MDiv, Exorcist of the Diocese of Tulsa
• “Engaging in spiritual combat is critical for the Christian . . . Father Carlos Martins embodies the spiritual warrior.”
  Reverend Nectarios Trevino, Lt Col, JD, Archpriest of the Russian Orthodox Church Abroad
• “Intriguing and riveting case histories alongside sound and profound reflection and theological content.”
  Reverend Dwight Longenecker, BA, MDiv, Author of Immortal Combat, Writer, and Columnist
• “As a Protestant with extensive experience providing deliverance ministry, I wholeheartedly recommend Fr. Martins’ book. His masterful blend of storytelling and explanation of how exorcism works will help readers of all backgrounds with practical tips to find freedom.”
  Joshua W. Brown, PhD, Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Indiana University