The Lila Rose Show E243: 1-in-4 Americans? A Chief Exorcist's Warning and Guidance w/Msgr Rossetti | Lila Rose Show
Aug 26, 2025
Monsignor Joseph Rossetti, the Chief Exorcist of the Archdiocese of Washington and a licensed psychologist, shares riveting insights into the phenomena of demonic influence and spiritual warfare. He discusses the intriguing idea of whether dogs can sense demons and recounts how a possessed individual knew his childhood nickname. The conversation dives into the psychological connection between demonic forces and mental health issues, including depression and suicidal thoughts, offering practical tools for combating these challenges with faith.
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Rosary Stopped An Attack
- Monsignor Rossetti described an early seminarian experience where an overwhelming evil presence attacked him in bed.
- He grabbed his rosary and the presence left immediately, teaching him reliance on Mary and Jesus.
Evaluate Mental Health First
- Training in psychology helps exorcists distinguish mental illness from demonic phenomena.
- Seek medical and psychiatric evaluation first before concluding a case is demonic.
Do The 70-30 Rule
- Use the '70-30 rule' in spiritual defense: clergy provide 30% and the person must do 70%.
- Say explicit rejections: "I renounce you. I rebuke you. I cast you out in Jesus' name."
