The Exorcist Files

Father Martin's Famous Skull Injury, UFOS, And The Rise in Demonic Activity

Apr 2, 2026
Father Carlos Martins, a Catholic priest and seasoned exorcist, recounts his skull fracture from a violent deliverance and the long recovery that followed. He discusses why demonic encounters seem to be rising, how demons can take cultural forms like UFOs, ministry with former cult members, and the meaning of the Guadalupe apparition and pilgrimages.
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ANECDOTE

Skull Injury From Violent Exorcism

  • Father Carlos Martins sustained a skull fracture during an exorcism when a highly demonized woman sprang from her chair and struck his head, leaving internal damage and chronic infection.
  • He later flew home, developed severe infection pockets, required two skull surgeries, and only discovered the extent after scans and prolonged illness.
INSIGHT

Shortage Of Appointed Exorcists In Dioceses

  • The Church faces a shortage of exorcists because bishops rarely assume the diocesan exorcist role and priests already juggle many responsibilities.
  • The International Association of Exorcists urged more formation and appointments, and Pope Francis' audience with them signals the issue's seriousness.
INSIGHT

Culture Shapes Demonic Activity

  • Increased demonic activity correlates with cultural de-Christianization and people seeking spirituality in occult practices.
  • Father Carlos Martins argues Western legal and moral structures stem from Christianity, so abandoning it opens societies to spiritual and moral dangers.
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