By: Dan Schneider, PhD
Overview
Ever since our first parents were expelled from the Garden, mankind has lived under the shadow of a relentless spiritual conflict. The world, the flesh, and the devil continue to oppose the work of grace in souls, which means every Catholic must be equipped to recognize and resist the attacks of the enemy with clarity and resolve. Spiritual Warfare Q&A for Priests and Laity offers a sober, doctrinally sound roadmap for engaging this battle using the weapons Christ has entrusted to His Church.
Structured as an accessible question-and-answer catechism, this volume distills years of experience from the authors’ radio apostolate into concrete guidance for ordinary Catholics and clergy. More than six dozen questions, both theological and practical, address topics such as exorcism, the occult, magic, horror films, yoga, haunted houses, Freemasonry, and other modern avenues of spiritual danger. Grounded in Scripture, sacramental theology, and the teaching office of the Church, the book emphasizes fidelity to Catholic tradition, a disciplined life of prayer, and a serious return to the sacraments. In this book, readers will get:
- A practical catechism on spiritual warfare that explains how the Church understands and confronts demonic influence.
- Clear guidance on the proper use of prayer, sacramentals, and the sacraments in resisting temptation and oppression.
- Detailed treatment of contemporary dangers such as occult practices, New Age movements, spiritualism, and disordered media.
- A dedicated section for priests that outlines their rightful role and limits in spiritual warfare and deliverance ministry.
- Teaching and testimony drawn from Church documents, trusted exorcists, and orthodox theologians, presented in direct, plain language.
From the Book
“What we have attempted here in this book is to provide in laymen’s terms how to defeat the infernal enemy through adherence to the teachings of the Catholic Church, a renewed prayer life, and radical return to the sacraments.”
Intended Audience
- This volume is intended as a working manual for the Church Militant, helping Catholics confront spiritual danger with confidence rooted in the perennial teaching of the Church.
- Catholics who want a clear, orthodox understanding of spiritual warfare grounded in authentic Church teaching.
- Fathers, mothers, and spiritual leaders seeking to protect their homes, families, and apostolates from spiritual harm.
- Priests and deacons who desire practical clarity on their responsibilities and boundaries in the context of spiritual conflict.
- Parish groups, men’s groups, and study circles focused on spiritual warfare, deliverance, and the life of grace.
- Readers concerned about the spread of occult and New Age practices in contemporary culture, and who want to respond prudently.Hardcover
