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This is largely because exorcism as a modern practice has been shaped by evangelical influences: The overwhelming majority of exorcisms today are done by Pentecostals.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

The series also starred Collins as angel Castiel, who accompanies the Winchesters on their exorcisms.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2025

Stanton delivered regular sermons to community residents, which included exorcisms and speaking in tongues.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2024

"The great majority of exorcisms that happen on any given day across the globe are not Catholic. They are Pentecostal."

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2023

The solemn adjuration is made in the name of the Church by her ministers and in the ritual form prescribed by her, as in the exorcisms of Baptism.

From Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities by Callan, Charles Jerome