Recognizing Demonic Oppression: What Every Catholic Should Know

Learn the Catholic signs of demonic oppression and how to fight back with the power of Christ. Discover the stages of demonic influence, prayers of protection, and guidance from the Church.

Signs of Demonic Oppression Every Catholic Should Know 🇻🇦

The Catholic Church teaches that the devil is real. While Satan cannot force us to sin, he constantly tempts, deceives, and seeks to weaken our faith. Many Catholics are aware of demonic possession, but fewer realize that before possession, there can be stages of demonic influence—one of which is demonic oppression.

Unlike possession, oppression does not usually involve a demon taking control of the body. Instead, it is an intense external assault on a person’s life, emotions, and circumstances. Recognizing the signs of demonic oppression is not meant to cause fear, but to help us turn more fully to Christ for freedom and protection.

7 Signs of Demonic Oppression

1. Unexplainable Misfortunes That Come in Waves

While trials are part of life, repeated accidents, job losses, or disasters that defy natural explanation may indicate something spiritual. The devil often attacks a person’s external stability to wear down their faith.

2. Intense Spiritual Dullness

The enemy works to suffocate prayer and worship. If someone who once prayed easily suddenly finds it almost impossible to pray, read Scripture, or attend Mass—sometimes even feeling physical discomfort in church—this may be a sign of oppression.

3. Persistent Nightmares or Disturbances

Recurring nightmares filled with darkness, terror, or blasphemous images can be a form of attack. Some people even wake with scratches, bruises, or unexplained marks.

4. Irrational Fear or Hatred of Sacred Things

Sudden agitation, anger, or fear when exposed to holy water, a crucifix, the Rosary, or the Eucharist can reveal demonic influence. Oppression is not full possession, but these reactions often expose spiritual hostility.

5. Unexplainable Physical Ailments

Sometimes, strange illnesses resist medical treatment and grow worse during prayer or blessing. While not every sickness has a spiritual cause, persistent unexplained ailments can be a sign of oppression.

6. Overwhelming Despair or Depression Without Cause

The devil, whose name means accuser, often tries to crush people with hopelessness, false guilt, or deep sadness. If despair appears suddenly and resists ordinary help, it may point to spiritual attack.

7. Addiction or Bondage Beyond Human Strength

Some vices become chains that seem impossible to break—pornography, substance abuse, destructive anger. Oppression often manifests as this type of slavery, even when the person longs for freedom.

What To Do If You Notice These Signs

1. Stay Calm and Rooted in Christ

The devil thrives on fear. Remember: Christ has already conquered Satan on the Cross.

2. Return to the Sacraments

Frequent confession and Holy Communion are the most powerful weapons. They restore grace and strengthen the soul.

3. Pray and Fast

Pray the Rosary, the Prayer to St. Michael, and fast regularly. These spiritual disciplines break the enemy’s grip and invite heavenly protection.

4. Seek a Priest’s Guidance

If oppression seems serious, consult a priest. The Church provides prayers of deliverance and, if necessary, formal exorcism.

Final Reminder for Catholics

Demonic oppression is real, but there is no reason to live in fear. As Scripture reminds us:

“Be sober and vigilant. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.” (1 Peter 5:8)

Yet, the devil trembles before Christ. By staying close to Jesus through the sacraments, living a holy life, and seeking the intercession of Our Lady and the saints, every Catholic can walk in victory.

✝️ Stand firm in faith. Christ is our Deliverer.

A PRAYER OF HEALING, UNITY, AND CONVERSION FOR A FAMILY

Heavenly Father,

I come before You with a heart full of love and concern for my family and loved ones. Thank You for the gift of each one of them and for the blessings You continually pour into our lives.

Lord, I humbly ask for Your divine providence in our finances. Help us to be good stewards of the blessings You provide. Open doors of opportunity for us and bless the work of our hands. Teach us to trust in Your provision, knowing You will always supply our needs.

Grant us the grace of forgiveness within our family, O Lord. Heal every wound caused by misunderstandings or neglect. Help us to forgive as You forgive and to love as You love. Reunite us in harmony, peace, and mutual respect.

I ask for Your healing touch, Father, for those in our family who are sick in body, mind, or spirit. Restore their health, comfort their hearts, and strengthen their faith. May Your Holy Spirit be their source of peace and renewal.

Heavenly Father, deliver us from any evil that may afflict our family—whether curses, temptations, or spiritual attacks. Break the chains of sin and oppression and surround us with Your light, protection, and grace.

I also lift up to You those in my family who have drifted from the Catholic faith. Open their hearts to Your truth and mercy. Send the Holy Spirit to guide them back to the sacraments, especially the Eucharist, and to the fullness of Your love through the Church.

Through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, and all the angels and saints, I entrust my family to You, Lord. May we grow in faith, hope, and love and always seek to do Your will.

In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

DANGERS OF BEING CURSED BY PARENTS

 

7 DANGERS OF BEING CURSED BY PARENTS 

A mother brought her possessed child to Padre Pio. The child was howling in the Church making a commotion. He helped free the child from the demon and then told the mother "Tell your husband not to curse or the demon will return."

Children never anger your parents even his mind fails, be considerate to them. 

(STORY OF PADRE PIO)

Here are seven dangers of being cursed by parents, as noted by exorcists:

1. Fr. Gabriele Amorth: "One can be struck by evil because of a curse from one's parents."

2. Fr. Chad Ripperger : "If one is cursed by one's parents, then it can have a very serious effect upon a person."

3. Fr. Jose Antonio Fortea: "Curses pronounced by one's parents can cause serious harm to the person cursed."

4. Fr. Malachi Martin : "The curses of parents can have profound and lasting effects on their children's lives."

5. Fr. Gary Thomas: "Curses from parents can open up a person to spiritual attack and influence."

6. Fr. Francesco Bamonte: "Curses from parents can lead to a variety of spiritual and psychological problems."

7. Fr. Jose Francisco Syquia: "Being cursed by one's parents can lead to a life of hardship and suffering."

In addition to these dangers, it is important to remember the wisdom of honoring and obeying one's parents. Happy children are often obedient children, and accepting one's cross and suffering can lead to spiritual growth and maturity.

Holy Remedy:

If one believes they have been cursed by their parents and wishes to renounce this curse in front of the Blessed Sacrament, they can use the following Catholic prayer (But it is advisable that one Must make a General and Good Confession and receive the Holy Eucharist in tongue and kneeling to make it efficient) 

"In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

I renounce any curse that has been spoken over by my parents, whether knowingly or unknowingly. I renounce any negative words, intentions, or actions that have been directed towards me. I ask for God's forgiveness and mercy for any way in which I may have contributed to these curses through my own actions or attitudes.

Mama Mary, intercede for me with your motherly love and protection. May the Most Precious Blood of Jesus wash away any curse or negativity that has been spoken against me that cause oppression in my life, my relationship, my property and my family.

Holy Trinity, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, I place my trust in Your divine mercy and ask for Your healing and protection.

St. Michael the Archangel, defend me in battle. Be my safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May you, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.

Guardian Angel, watch over me and guide me. Help me to renounce these curses with sincerity and to walk in the light of God's love and truth.

I make this renunciation and prayer in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament in the Real Presence of my Lord Jesus Christ, asking for God's grace and protection in my life. I also resolve to make a general confession of all my sins, seeking God's forgiveness and healing in all areas of my life.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen." 3x

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen. 3x

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. 3x

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 3x

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen."

Responsibilities to Parents*

(Sirach 3)

1

Children, listen to me, your father;

act accordingly, that you may be safe.

2

For the Lord sets a father in honor over his children

and confirms a mother’s authority over her sons.

3

Those who honor their father atone for sins;

4

Those store up riches who respect their mother.

5

Those who honor their father will have joy in their own children,

and when they pray they are heard.

6

Those who respect their father will live a long life;

those who obey the Lord honor their mother.

7

Those who fear the Lord honor their father,

and serve their parents as masters.

8

In word and deed honor your father,

that all blessings may come to you.a

9

A father’s blessing gives a person firm roots,

but a mother’s curse uproots the growing plant.

10

Do not glory in your father’s disgrace,

for that is no glory to you!

11

A father’s glory is glory also for oneself;

they multiply sin who demean their mother.

12

My son, be steadfast in honoring your father;

do not grieve him as long as he lives.

13

Even if his mind fails, be considerate of him;

do not revile him because you are in your prime.

14

Kindness to a father will not be forgotten;

it will serve as a sin offering—it will take lasting root.

15

In time of trouble it will be recalled to your advantage,

like warmth upon frost it will melt away your sins.

16

Those who neglect their father are like blasphemers;

those who provoke their mother are accursed by their Creator.

Sacramentals

 ✠ EXORCISED SALT may be sprinkled around the perimeters of the house once a month or once a week in rooms where there are regular occupants. A pinch of salt may be taken before going to bed if one is prone to oppressive nightmares.

✠ EXORCISED OIL may be placed around the four corners of a room where there are children staying (tracing on the walls, with fingers dipped in the oil, the sign of the cross) while praying to God for protection.

✠ HOLY WATER and EXORCISED OIL may be used on the person before going to sleep.

Prayer To Heal Covid 19

Invoke Saint Roch Intercession For Deliverance From The Pandemic Covid-19

Saint Roch

Saint Roch of Montpellier
(Saint Roch de Montpellier)

Feast Day – August 17

Saint Roch was the only son of a wealthy nobleman in France, who seems to have been governor of the town of Montpellier. In answer to the persevering prayers of the parents, this child was granted to them. His future career was indicated by a birthmark in the form of a red cross that was deeply marked on his breast.

The parents raised St Roch in a devout manner. Proof was given when, at the age of 20, he lost both parents. He did not use the immense fortune he inherited for his personal benefit, but he sold all the personal property and distributed the proceeds among the poor while he transferred the ownership of the real estate to his uncle. This done, he joined the Third Order of St Francis, put on a pilgrim's garb, and journeyed to Rome to visit the tombs of the Apostles.

When he arrived at Acquapendente in northern Italy about the year 1315, he found that an epidemic had broken out there and was making fearful ravages. Saint Roch did not hasten on, as many another person, fearful for his life, would have done, but according to the example of Christ and the admonition of the beloved disciple (1 John 3:16), he offered his life in the service of his brethren in Christ.

Saint Roch went to the hospital of St John, which was filled with the plague stricken, and offered his services to the brothers there. He also went to individual homes and sought out the sick, serving them without rest by day and by night. God rewarded his heroic charity by causing many to be cured at the mere Sign of the Cross which Saint Roch made over them. When the plague abated, Roch proceeded on his journey to Rome.

In Rome, too, an epidemic had broken out. Besides visiting the holy places, Saint Roch again devoted himself to the care of the sick, many of whom were miraculously cured by him. He performed the same services in many other towns of Italy until he arrived in Piacenza and was himself stricken with the dread disease. In the very hospital where he had cured so many sick, he was now looked upon as an intruder, who as an outsider had no right to claim a place there.

In order not to be a burden to others, he arose, left the house, and with the support of a staff dragged himself wearily to a neighboring woods. There he came upon a dilapidated hut with a bit of straw, where he lay down, thanking God for the quiet lodging.

God Himself provided for his nourishment. As He once took care of Elias, sending him bread by means of a raven, so He now sent bread to Roch by means of a dog from a neighboring country house.

The sick man gradually recovered. When he had regained sufficient strength, he was divinely inspired to return to his native town. There furious warfare was raging. The soldiers whom he encountered thought he was a spy. He was led before the governor of Montpellier, his own uncle, who, however, did not recognize his nephew in the emaciated prisoner, and had the supposed spy cast into prison.

Saint Roch did not say a word in his defense; he wished, like Christ, to accept in silence whatever heaven had ordained for him. Because of the disturbances of the war, he was almost completely forgotten, and languished in prison for 5 years. Then death put an end to his trials on August 16, 1378.

When he felt that his end was drawing near, Saint Roch asked that a priest might come and administer the last sacraments. The priest, on entering the prison, beheld it supernaturally lighted up and the poor captive surrounded with special radiance. As death claimed its victim, a tablet appeared on the wall on which an angelic hand wrote in golden letters the name of Roch, and the prediction that all who would invoke his intercession would be delivered from the plague.

Informed of all that took place, Saint Roch's uncle came to the prison and, shortly after, also the governor's mother, that is, Roch's grandmother. She identified the dead man as her grandson by the birthmark of the red cross on his breast. They gave him a magnificent funeral and had a church built in his honor, in which his body was entombed. His veneration was approved by several popes and soon spread throughout Europe. He was canonized by Pope Urban VIII. He is the patron against contagious diseases.

from: The Franciscan Book of Saints, ed. by Marion Habig, ofm.