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Michael Signorelli

Michael Signorelli (born June 16, 1983) is an American evangelical pastor, author, and filmmaker. He is the founder and lead pastor of V1 Church, a multi-site church based in New York City.[1] Signorelli and Greg Locke lead the Demon Slayers, a group of ministers who focus on exorcism and deliverance ministry.[2]

Michael Signorelli
Signorelli at The Domino Revival event in Times Square, 2023
Born
Michael Thomas Signorelli

(1983-06-16) June 16, 1983 (age 42)
Northwest Indiana, United States
OccupationsPastor, author, filmmaker
Notable workThe Domino Revival (2023 film)
TitleLead Pastor, V1 Church
SpouseJulie Signorelli
Children2
Websitemikesignorelli.com

Ministry

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V1 Church

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In 2016, Mike and Julie Signorelli founded V1 Church in Ridgewood, New York, with 18 people.[3] The church later established a location in Farmingdale, New York in 2017.[4] Since then, V1 Church has expanded to multiple campuses including Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Chicagoland area, Miami, and New Jersey.[citation needed]

During the COVID-19 pandemic, V1 Church transitioned its services online.[5] In April 2020, Signorelli stated that the church was reaching more than five million monthly views through livestreaming.[6] In January 2025, the church purchased a former soccer facility for $5.2 million.[7]

Deliverance ministry

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Signorelli is part of a group of ministers known as the Demon Slayers, who focus on deliverance ministry and exorcism alongside pastors including Greg Locke, Alexander Pagani, Isaiah Saldivar, and Vlad Savchuk.[2] Signorelli argues that witchcraft is growing, because "witchcraft works", powered by occult forces and "the demonic".[8] Signorelli says that the need for exorcism has risen because culture is inundated with the occult.[9] Signorelli says that "alien" sightings are in fact demons.[10]

In 2026, Signorelli led an Easter prayer in Times Square.[11] Signorelli says that multiple members of the crowd began "manifesting demons" until treated by "prayer teams".[12] Signorelli said multiple attendees were "physically healed" by the event.[13][11]

Film criticism

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In March 2022, Signorelli said Pixar film Turning Red was "demonic", saying it depicts "ancestral communication" and supports "a secular humanistic worldview that says there is no wrong or right anymore". Signorelli also argued the film's references to menstruation made it inappropriate for children.[14][15]

In October 2022, Signorelli said Disney+ film Hocus Pocus 2 put a "friendly face" on witchcraft.[8]

Filmography

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Signorelli is a writer and producer on two films. In 2023, Signorelli worked on Greg Locke's film Come Out In Jesus Name, a film documenting the The Demon Slayers exorcism work.[2][16] In 2023, Signorelli released The Domino Revival, on similar themes as Come Out.[2][17] In March 2024, Fathom Events presented both films in one night.[18][19]

Year Title Role
2023 Come Out in Jesus Name Writer, producer
2024 The Domino Revival[18] Writer, producer

Personal life

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Signorelli is married to Julie Signorelli.[20][21] The couple has two daughters.[14]

References

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  1. ↑ Hallowell, Billy (October 9, 2025). "'Absolutely insane:' Pastor reveals unexpected impact of Charlie Kirk's murder". The Washington Times. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  2. 1 2 3 4 Kestenbaum, Sam (August 2024). "The Demon Slayers". Harper's Magazine. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  3. ↑ "Who We Are". V1 Church. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  4. ↑ Catrone, Joseph (2017-03-07). "V1 Church Finds A Home In Farmingdale". Farmingdale Observer. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  5. ↑ Wong, Brittany (2020-05-07). "Thanks To COVID-19, Zoom Funerals Have Become The Norm". HuffPost. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  6. ↑ Worsham, Malcolm (2020-04-16). "Our Church Is Not Closed Just Our Buildings Says Pastor Mike Signorelli". Respect (magazine). Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  7. ↑ Winzelberg, David (January 21, 2025). "Church acquires former soccer property for $5.2M". Long Island Business News. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  8. 1 2 Hallowell, Billy (2022-10-11). "Pastor's 'Hocus Pocus 2' WARNING: 'Satan Masquerades as Angel of Light'". Faithwire. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  9. ↑ Hallowell, Billy (July 1, 2022). "Evil on the rise: Requests for exorcism reportedly booming as culture dabbles in occult". The Christian Post. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  10. ↑ Pidcock, Rick (May 8, 2026). "End-times prophets say we're about to find out aliens are demons". Baptist News Global. Archived from the original on May 8, 2026. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  11. 1 2 Yap, Timothy (2026-04-11). ""People Started Manifesting Demons:" Pastor Mike Signorelli Describes Shocking Moments During Historic Times Square Easter Outreach". Jubilee Cast. Retrieved 2026-04-21. In an interview with CBN, Signorelli said that as the Gospel was preached, members of his team observed individuals in the crowd exhibiting what he described as demonic manifestations. Prayer teams stationed throughout Times Square were reportedly mobilized to minister to those individuals as the situation unfolded.
  12. ↑ ""People Started Manifesting Demons:" Pastor Mike Signorelli Describes Shocking Moments During Historic Times Square Easter Outreach". CBN News. April 11, 2026. Archived from the original on April 13, 2026. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  13. ↑ Jackson, Jesse T. (April 9, 2026). "'Death Threats'—Pastor Mike Signorelli Wore a Bulletproof Vest During Easter Service in Times Square". Church Leaders. Archived from the original on April 10, 2026. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  14. 1 2 Hallowell, Billy (March 21, 2022). "New York pastor warns parents that Pixar's 'Turning Red' is 'demonic' in film review". Yahoo News. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  15. ↑ Ortega Law, Jeannie (March 25, 2022). "New York pastor warns parents about 'demonic' content in Disney movie 'Turning Red'". The Christian Post. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  16. ↑ Ortega, Jeannie (2023-04-13). "'Come Out in Jesus Name' reaches top 5 at box office; moviegoers post stories of deliverance in theaters". Christian Post. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  17. ↑ Wise, Talia (2023-11-15). "Testimonies Pour in of Healing, Deliverance After Encore Screening of 'Domino Revival'". CBN News. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  18. 1 2 Rousselle, Christine (2024-03-15). "Movie event to bring together two megachurch pastors for common goal of saving souls". Fox News. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  19. ↑ Jackson, Jesse T. (2024-04-22). "Greg Locke and Mike Signorelli Combine Their Films for 'Miracles at the Movies'". ChurchLeaders. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  20. ↑ Jackson, Jesse T. (October 21, 2025). "Mike Signorelli Calls Church to Action Ahead of Breakers Conference". Church Leaders. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  21. ↑ Gayle, Rhoda (2023-05-02). "Backslidden Preacher Turned Atheist Returns To Jesus". Christian Learning. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
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