Italian Exorcists Conference Focuses on Virgin Mary and Sacred Music
Around 120 Catholic exorcists and priests gathered in Sacrofano, near Rome, for the 15th Italian National Conference of the International Association of Exorcists. The meeting highlighted the importance of ongoing training and preparation for exorcism ministry, with Father Francesco Bamonte emphasizing Amorth’s insistence on practical experience. Devotion to Mary and sacred music were also discussed, with Father Salvatore Perrella linking her role in salvation mysteries and Father Giuseppe Grassi explaining their use in liturgy. Cardinal Baldo Reina underscored the exorcist’s role as an instrument of God’s mercy during a Mass. The conference also addressed risks associated with occult groups and ritualized violence. More: Zenit
