Can the Catholic church defrock Eric for performing exorcisms?

[pnorbert2222]

Is that something he's allowed to do on his own without approval from the higher ups in the church?

[JackandJenfan]

Watch this week and find out!

[Dakotacat]

It's VERY complicated, depends on oppression and possession, who was baptized by whom and when. A usual exorcism must go through proper channels including a thorough mental health evaluation and various permissions in the church.

[Nick Fallon fan]

I’m actually glad he won’t leave the church by his choice

[GirlGnome]

I’m more bewildered by how a priest can get married, get divorced and go back to being a priest!

[magoo1000]

I believe it is,"Once a priest, always a priest." Even if a priest walks away from the priesthood, marries, divorces, and then goes back supposedly he is always a priest. He has just fallen away. But by going to confession he can be absolved and return. But hey, I am not Catholic so if I am wrong please correct me!

[december rose]

Theoretically, I think you are right, but in real life, I think he would have to go through some kind of review from higher-ups in the church. There would be questions about his stability and commitment.

But a good confession brings forgiveness

[december rose]

There are priests specially trained to perform exorcisms. Some have a calling to this specialty.

And there are steps short of exorcism that may be taken