US EditionGay man wins payout over church ‘exorcism’
SHEFFIELD, UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 15 – The Church of England parish of St. Thomas Philadelphia made a five-figure settlement to Matthew Drapper after a 2014 exorcism aimed at changing his sexual identity, the first UK compensation case.
- A Church of England parish paid damages to Matthew Drapper for harm caused by an exorcism intended to change his sexual identity.
- The exorcism followed Drapper's participation in a prayer session at St. Thomas Philadelphia in 2014, which he reported led to depression and leaving the church in 2016.
- An independent 2023 investigation by Barnardo’s confirmed the prayer session constituted exorcism aimed at altering Drapper’s sexuality, resulting in a five-figure out-of-court settlement.
- Lawyer Richard Scorer said this case is likely the first UK damages payment for harm from conversion or exorcism practices, while the church apologized and expressed regret over inadequate care.
- This incident highlights legal recognition of harm caused by such practices and may influence future pastoral care and conversion therapy disputes in the UK.
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An exorcism to be "cured" of homosexuality. It sounds like something from the Middle Ages, or a horror film like The Exorcist. But for 37-year-old Matthew Drapper from England, it was a terrifying experience he'll never forget.
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