Father Dave Preaches

Thursday of the Second Week of Easter. It can be tempting to let celebrities, public figures, and even those close to us influence the way we think and act. But it's important to remember who we should listen to above all: God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 04-07-16.

Thursday in the Octave of Easter. It's easy to fall into a routine - at work, at home, and even at mass. It happens to the best of us - our minds wander while we sit in the pews, and we lose focus on the music, prayers, or even the fact that we are receiving Jesus. In today's homily, a reminder to stay alert. We are all witnesses to the risen Lord through his body and blood. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-31-16.

Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of the Lord. Believing without seeing is one of the hardest things asked of us as Christians, yet our belief in the Resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith. A reflection on God's invitation to experience the joy of the Resurrection in our present-day lives.  Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-27-16.

Monday of Holy Week. In times of suffering, do you ever wonder, "Why me?" Why are we surprised that we suffer? Everybody experiences suffering, but through all of our suffering, Jesus is always there ready to lift us back up. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-21-16.

Thursday of the Fifth Week of Lent. Obsessed with taking that perfect selfie? We all like to look good in the eyes of our friends and followers on social media. But, like St. Patrick, we should spend less time glorifying ourselves, and more time glorifying God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-17-16.

Tuesday of the Fifth Week of Lent. If you've ever run a marathon, you know the last miles of the race can be the toughest to get through. Lent is like a marathon in many ways, and the final days can feel like the most difficult. An important reminder to keep your eye on the finish line! Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-15-16.

Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent. A special homily given for the students of St. Patrick School in Louisville, KY. "What sort of things are easy to forget?" Father Dave gets some amusing answers from the kids, and explains just how easy it is to forget God's involvement in our lives. Preached at St. Patrick Church, Louisville KY on 03-09-16.

Fourth Sunday of Lent. Have you ever blown off or intentionally forget something because it was convenient and easy for you to do?  Have you ever been tempted to give up on something because it seemed hard or required more effort than you might want to put in?  If that's the case, then it is time for us to come to our senses and follow God's grace and mercy. Preached at St. Patrick Church,Louisville,KY on 03-06-16

Monday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time. Have you ever been in awe of the power and presence of God in your life? Or have you been so desperate just to have God in your life that you wish that you can just reach out and touch Him? These feelings of awe and desperation towards God empower us and ultimately connect us to Him. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-08-16.

Thursday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time. Ever leave home without your phone, wallet or keys? Jesus asks his disciples and us today to do just that and leave behind our "stuff" and follow Him.  Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-04-16.

Monday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time. Have you ever had the feeling in life that even when things seem to be going down the wrong path that God is actually present and taking you down the right path? Well have no fear because people have felt this way for thousands of years. The good news is that God knows how to write straight with crooked lines.Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-01-16.

Thursday of the Third Week of Lent. Do you have a hardened heart for the Lord? Or do you have a warm soft heart for the Lord?  Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-03-16.

Wednesday of the Second Week of Lent. Have you ever felt like somebody else had something against you? Or that someone was out to get you? Well, you’re not alone. This happened to people in the Bible, even thousands of years before Christ. The good part though is that, as per usual, God has your back. Preached at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Las Vegas, NV, on 02-24-16.

Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter, Apostle. Jesus very pointedly asks his disciples, "who do you SAY that I am." Do we ever say the name of Jesus? In one of St. Peter's first writings, he tells us to tend our flock--whoever it is in our lives that needs us--both willingly and eagerly.  Preached at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Las Vegas, NV, on 02-22-16.

Second Sunday of Lent. Even we can be "enemies" of the Cross of Christ if we prefer to skip over the sacrifice and cut right to the Hollywood ending. Preached at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Las Vegas, NV, on 02-21-16.

Memorial of Saint Thomas Aquinas. While there is much polarization in the world today, St. Thomas points to the "middle way," or Via Media. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 01-28-16.

Memorial of Saints Timothy and Titus. Fr. Dave tells us that he likes risotto--and links it to the action of Holy Spirit! Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 01-26-16.

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. You know how when you show up to a party and you're not dressed as well as other people? This may tell us a bit about our spiritual lives. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-07-16.

Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord. Sometimes we wonder why Jesus needed to be baptized by John in the Jordan.  Fr. Dave says that misses the point of this feast. Preached on Sunday, January, 10, 2016 at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City.