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2009 Archive:
Haunted Cape Encounters - Ghost Chronicles
December 30, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Ouija/Talking Boards with Robert Murch By 30 Odd Minutes
December 17, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Psychic Vampires with Michelle Belanger By 30 Odd Minutes
December 10, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Rosemary Ellen Guiley - Ghost Chronicles
December 9, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Astral Projection with Robert Bruce By 30 Odd Minutes
December 4, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Four Predictions for the USA in 2010 by Lee Prosser
December 3, 2009

Column - regular feature

Secrets of the Holy Lance - Ghost Chronicles
December 2, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Investigating the Gettysburg Engine House - Ghost Chronicles
November 18, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

The Hindu Perspective on the Paranormal by Deonna Kelli Sayed
November 17, 2009


Animal Spirits with Melissa Sehgal By 30 Odd Minutes
November 12, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

There's Something About Resurrection Mary by Ray Johnson
November 12, 2009


Psychic Recommendations By Tiffany Johnson
November 2, 2009

Column - regular feature

Best of Paranormal Journeys By 30 Odd Minutes
October 27, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Anniversary Show - Ghost Chronicles
October 27, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

What are Ghosts? by Rob Conover and Brad Conover
October 26, 2009


Ghostvillage.com - 10 Year Anniversary By Lee Prosser
October 23, 2009

Column - regular feature

Investigating Alcatraz By Mike Brody
October 14, 2009

Column - regular feature

Life, Death, and the Magicians - Ghost Chronicles
October 14, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Conspiracies with Dean Haglund By 30 Odd Minutes
October 8, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Investigating Anawan Rock - Ghost Chronicles
October 7, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Reincarnation By Tiffany Johnson
October 6, 2009

Column - regular feature

Tarot with Scotty Roberts By 30 Odd Minutes
October 1, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Faeries with Rosemary Ellen Guiley By 30 Odd Minutes
September 24, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Crop Circles with Freddy Silva By 30 Odd Minutes
September 17, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Myrna the Death Doll - Ghost Chronicles
September 16, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

The Skinwalker Ranch and April Slaughter By Mike Brody
September 15, 2009

Column - regular feature

A Psychic Rant By Tiffany Johnson
September 8, 2009

Column - regular feature

Parapsychology with Loyd Auerbach By 30 Odd Minutes
September 3, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Doppelgnger By Lee Prosser
September 3, 2009

Column - regular feature

Fort Delaware - Ghost Chronicles
September 2, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Derby Gaol with Richard Felix By 30 Odd Minutes
August 27, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

When Live TV Goes Wrong By 30 Odd Minutes
August 20, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Demons and Exorcism By 30 Odd Minutes
August 13, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

The Pet Whisperer - Ghost Chronicles
August 12, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Interdimensional Beings By Lee Prosser
August 12, 2009

Column - regular feature

UFOs and National Security By 30 Odd Minutes
August 6, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Ghosts, War, and the Paranormal - Ghost Chronicles
August 5, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Eveleth's Haunted Recreation Building By Mike Brody
August 4, 2009

Column - regular feature

2012 By Tiffany Johnson
August 3, 2009

Column - regular feature

Childhood Nightmare or Past Life Memory? By Andrea Leininger
July 30, 2009


Paranormal Comedy By 30 Odd Minutes
July 23, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery - Ghost Chronicles
July 22, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Developing Your Psychic Ability By 30 Odd Minutes
July 9, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Accuracy in Psychic Readings By Tiffany Johnson
July 9, 2009

Column - regular feature

Ghosts and Hauntings - Ghost Chronicles
July 8, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

10 Things Guaranteed to Ruin Your Paranormal Investigation By Beth Brown
July 7, 2009


The Ghost of Tim Hardin By Lee Prosser
July 3, 2009

Column - regular feature

Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVP) By 30 Odd Minutes
June 25, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Investigating the Legend of Dudley Road - Ghost Chronicles
June 24, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

The Fearing Tavern By Mike Brody
June 22, 2009

Column - regular feature

Ohio Grassman By 30 Odd Minutes
June 18, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Night Terrors By Lee Prosser
June 8, 2009

Column - regular feature

Vampires By 30 Odd Minutes
June 5, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

Those Who Have Crossed Over By Tiffany Johnson
June 1, 2009

Column - regular feature

Thayer's Historic Bed & Breakfast By Mike Brody
May 21, 2009

Column - regular feature

Your Worst Nightmare By 30 Odd Minutes
May 14, 2009

30 Odd Minutes - webcast

A Demonologist the Title Doesn't Make by Adam Christian Blai
May 8, 2009


My Clientele By Tiffany Johnson
May 4, 2009

Column - regular feature

The Ghost Huntress, Marley Gibson - Ghost Chronicles
April 29, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

The Ghosts of Atlantis - Ghost Chronicles
April 22, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Ghosts and Talking Rocks - Ghost Chronicles
April 15, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

A Journey Into the Future? by Richard Senate By Richard Senate
April 9, 2009


Investigating Turtle Mound - Ghost Chronicles
April 8, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Spring Evolution By Tiffany Johnson
April 3, 2009

Column - regular feature

Spiritual Healer, Kelle Eli - Ghost Chronicles
March 25, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Most Haunted's Richard Felix - Ghost Chronicles
March 18, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Return of the Haunted Dibbuk Box - Ghost Chronicles
March 11, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Talismans By Lee Prosser
March 6, 2009

Column - regular feature

A Haunting at the Inn on Washington Square - Ghost Chronicles
March 4, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Manifestation By Tiffany Johnson
March 2, 2009

Column - regular feature

Jane Doherty Investigates - Ghost Chronicles
February 25, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Retrocognition at Mission La Purisima Concepcion By Richard Senate
February 18, 2009


Interview with Brian "The Monk" - Ghost Chronicles
February 18, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

In Search of Edgar Allan Poe Part 2 - Ghost Chronicles
February 11, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Pacific Northwest Ghosts By Lee Prosser
February 9, 2009

Column - regular feature

In Search of Edgar Allan Poe Part 1 - Ghost Chronicles
February 4, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Decompression By Tiffany Johnson
February 1, 2009

Column - regular feature

David Wells - Ghost Chronicles
January 28, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

Live at the Circles of Wisdom - Ghost Chronicles
January 21, 2009

Ghostvillage Radio - podcast

The Painting By Maurice DesJardins
January 19, 2009


Missouri Hauntings By Lee Prosser
January 12, 2009

Column - regular feature

A Night on the
Queen Mary By Richard Senate
January 6, 2009


How Do You Know You're Psychic? By Tiffany Johnson
January 1, 2009

Column - regular feature



May 8, 2009

A Demonologist the Title Doesn't Make

By Adam Christian Blai

Adam Christian Blai The term demonology means "the study of demons" and therefore a demonologist is simply someone who studies demons. When people see or use the term demonologist they usually mean much more: a person in the lay community (not clergy) who has some specialized knowledge and approval to help people with demonic problems. The first person to use this title in the current generation of those interested in the paranormal was Ed Warren (John Zaffis's uncle). Back then it wasn't a popular topic in private or public forums, these days that has changed. Today demonology is becoming all the rage, possibly because it is regarded as more exciting, mysterious, and exclusive than merely "ghost hunting."

Since demonology isn't a regulated field, the title demonologist is usually self-appointed. Within the Catholic Church there are "Religious demonologists" who have a Ph.D. that specializes in the theology and knowledge of demons. These types of degrees are not available to the public and cannot be applied for from outside of the Church (to my knowledge). Other faiths have their own terms for powerful evil spirits, but the term "demon" usually refers to a Biblically defined evil spirit that exists in a Christian framework. The Catholic Church has been dealing with demons (and keeping records of what was learned) for about two thousand years, so they are very likely the most knowledgeable body on this topic. There are other terms and understandings for demons in other faiths, and those might also have a good body of knowledge and success in dealing with them, but that is not my focus here.

When people in the paranormal community (laity or clergy) claim to be demonologist we must first understand some things and then ask some questions. We should understand the following:
  1. Reading books does not make one a demonologist, much of the critical information is not in the public arena for good reason.
  2. Becoming knowledgeable in demonology takes years of mentorship under clergy (usually exorcists) and much personal experience.
  3. There is a charism of the Holy Spirit (a spiritual ability given by God) called discernment. Discernment is not psychic sensitivity but is a special ability to detect evil spirits and get information about situations and circumstances surrounding those spirits. Discernment is a necessary ability that one needs in order to work in demonology; otherwise you are blind and will be manipulated.
  4. If one moves beyond finding demons for the Church and into deliverance work (expelling demons from homes or objects) an additional body of training, mentorship, and permission from clergy is needed. It is not enough to learn prayers or have a copy of an exorcism ritual. Prayer isn't magic: saying the words does not make it happen; God chooses whether to answer prayers. Generally we see God choosing to answer deliverance prayers made by those he called into that work.
  5. A demonologist usually finds demons, gives advice, and reports to specialist clergy. A demonologist doesn't do exorcisms unless they are clergy and have permission from their Bishop (or if they are a Bishop themselves). Some demonologists are also trained in deliverance prayer and have been given permission to directly assist in cases, but this is rare.
When a person claims to be a demonologist one might ask the following:
  1. Ask what diocese or religious authority they work under. Ask for a contact at the Bishop's office that can verify that they work under the obedience of the Church on demonic cases. (If one doesn't work under exorcists and other specialist clergy they likely have not been mentored or approved to investigate demonic cases or say the prayers to resolve them.)
  2. If a person claims to have documents from a religious body giving them permission, or some title please request a method to verify this with the religious body. Anyone with such documents should have no problem allowing one to contact the Church and verify they are real.
  3. If a person claims to have been in the field for a long time or to have worked under someone known (John Zaffis is often cited), contact that person and ask if it's true.
  4. If the person claims to be part of an official body related to demonology then contact that body and verify their claim.
Demonic cases are real and they often involve intense suffering and distress. Demonic cases are not thrilling or "cool," they are horrific and involve an assault on people at all levels. Holding oneself out to assist families in these situations is a very serious matter. When someone claims to be a demonologist that is usually interpreted as meaning they have the knowledge, abilities, and contacts to help great suffering stop. Such a claim should not be made lightly, and we should not be afraid to ask what makes this person knowledgeable, able, and connected enough to help.

If one is seeking help for a potentially demonic problem there are some tips that might help.

Before contacting a Church or clergy, sit down and write out the following clearly:
  • What concrete things have happened and who experienced them? What is the timeline for all of these events?
  • What is the medical and psychological background of all of the people involved?
  • What faith are all of the people involved and are they active in their Church?
  • Have potential medical and psychological causes been ruled out? Write down contact information for appropriate professionals and provide copies of releases so those professionals can talk to the clergy.
When contacting a paranormal group or a demonologist, ask for references for that group and the names and contact information of the clergy they work with. Verify all of these before proceeding further.

Tell the whole truth about the situation and your behavior that could have contributed to the situation. It is very common that people withhold information out of embarrassment or fear of being judged. In order to assist you with a potentially demonic problem it is essential to tell the whole truth of the situation so appropriate steps can be taken and time is not wasted.

If the demonologist you are talking with uses methods from a non-Christian faith please be very cautious. Methods that use spirits to try and clear other spirits very often just make things worse. Methods based on the "power" of an individual (not relying on the authority of God) very often do not resolve anything as humans do not have any power oven fallen angels.

Demonology is not a form of paranormal investigation but a specialized religious ministry. Be cautious about whom you bring into your life to assist with these types of problems.


Adam Christian Blai, M.S., is a Roman Catholic Demonologist and therapist. For additional background information please see www.religiousdemonology.com.



2014 Haunted New England Wall Calendar by Jeff Belanger photography by Frank Grace
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Paranormal Conferences and Lectures
Don't miss the following events and lectures:

Jeff Belanger and “The Bridgewater Triangle” at Dedham Community Theatre - April 6, 2014 9:00PM

The Spirits of the Mark Twain House - Hartford, Connecticut - April 12, 2014

Paracon Australia - East Maitland, New South Wales, Australia - May 10-12, 2014