Godsplaining

Relics & Exorcisms w/ Fr. Carlos Martins

Dec 22, 2025
Fr. Carlos Martins is a Catholic priest and exorcist known for his international ministry with relics and as the host of The Exorcist Files. He explores the powerful connection between saints and relics in driving out demons, sharing captivating stories of healing and faith renewal. Fr. Carlos discusses how personal wounds can invite demonic possession and highlights relics as tools in exorcism. He underscores the importance of relics in enriching faith, likening them to ornaments on a Christmas tree that illuminate the beauty of Catholic tradition.
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INSIGHT

Saints As Living Members Of Christ

  • Saints are members of the mystical Body of Christ and thus represent Christ himself in a mysterious way.
  • Relics carry that presence so contact can make God's power palpably felt against sickness and demonic influence.
ANECDOTE

Chance Meeting in Rome Sparked Ministry

  • Fr. Carlos recounts finding relics through a chance Vatican contact while on pilgrimage in Rome one year after his conversion.
  • That encounter led to him receiving 25 saints and launching his long-term relic ministry.
INSIGHT

Touch As The Vehicle Of Relics' Power

  • Touch is repeatedly presented in scripture as the vehicle through which relics bring healing and liberation.
  • Relics are not magical but effect healing because the saint's presence and God's action accompany them.
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