Father Dave Preaches

Thursday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time. Although we may often use the term "God forbid" in a sarcastic tone, it is indeed a very real and very serious concern. (Preached on Thursday, November 19th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. We are inspired many times in Scripture by those who have strived through tough and dark times. These stories and people can help us persist through our own challenging situations on our way to the inheritance of the glory of God. (Preached on Sunday, November 15th, 2009, 6:00pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Memorial of Saint Josaphat, bishop and martyr. Although we have consistently attempted to calculate and figure out the Kingdom of God and the afterlife throughout history, perhaps we should try to use our skills and gifts of wisdom to be thankful, firm, and tranquil. (Preached on Thursday, November 12th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. The story from Scripture of the woman who gave all that she had reminds us that helping others isn't about simply giving more money, but giving all that you can of yourself. What is important is that you give it your all. (Preached on Sunday, November 8th, 2009, 6:00pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Friday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave uses the story of the crafty steward, the actions of St. Paul, and the words of Pope John Paul II to re-inspire us to continue to evangelize in this new and constantly-evolving world. (Preached on Friday, November 6th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thursday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. Jesus reminds us in the Scriptures that yes we are all sinners, but with acknowledgement of that fact and sincere repentance we can enter God's glory. (Preached on Thursday, November 5th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. We are inspired today by the Scripture story of Bartimaeus, the blind man who ended up showing us the way, to Jesus. (Preached on Sunday, October 25th, 2009, 6:00pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Friday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time. Sometimes it is hard for us to see what is right in front of us. Could be our sunglasses right on top of our head, or could it even be God's will, but it happens to all of us from time to time. (Preached on Friday, October 23rd, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thursday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time. We are reminded in the readings today that indeed we are all sinners, and that "the wages of sin is death." However, there is a silver lining to what seems like this darkest cloud: God in his goodness, promises us an immeasurable bonus of the gift of eternal life. (Preached on Thursday, October 22nd, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave uses an everyday situation to relate to an intriguing part of Scripture where Jesus asks those around him if they are indeed prepared to follow Him. Rest assured that in this particular contract, we are promised the cup of eternal life. (Preached on Sunday, October 18th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Friday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave highlights an analogy that is often used in Scripture, particularly by Jesus: yeast. Be aware of those things that may be negative, yet seem small and unaffecting, as these things may start to grow and rise over time.(Preached on Friday, October 16th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thursday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave helps us to realize the concept that we can not earn our way to Heaven from either just faith or good works. Indeed, it is because of our faith that we perform our good deeds, and both our needed to live God's will. (Preached on Thursday, October 15th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Friday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time. It is unfortunate that even in our own universal church, that we can drive each other out. Father Dave reminds us to pray for unity and harmony at God's table.(Preached on Friday, October 9th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thursday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave elucidates a possibly misleading quotation from scripture regarding asking and receiving gifts from the Lord. (Preached on Thursday, October 8th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.) (Please forgive us for the small technical issue.)

Memorial of the Guardian Angels. Father Dave asks us an interesting question here: imagine if we were just as eager to receive messages from God as we are to get calls and text messages? (Preached on Friday, October 2nd, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, virgin and doctor of the Church. It may be hard to get your head around the concept, but indeed the Kingdom of God is at hand, and thus we must live as children of God. We are missionaries all in our own way. (Preached on Thursday, October 1st, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. It is up to us to spread the tent wider and wider to welcome people into the celebration of the Lord, yet not up to us to judge who is outside the tent. (Preached on Sunday, September 27th, 2009, 6:00pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Friday of the Twenty-fifth Week in Ordinary Time. Although it may not always seem like it, there is perpetual hope and glory of the Holy Spirit within each and every one of us now and forever. (Preached on Friday, September 25th, 2009, 12:15pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Although we must indeed plan our future in some regards, we should attempt to be vulnerable and open to God's will as well. (Preached on Sunday, September 20th, 2009, St. John the Baptist Church, Longmont, CO)

Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows. It is hard and troubling to imagine a greater sorrow than a mother losing one of her own children. Mary the mother of God knows this pain and will nurture us through our pain in times of need. (Preached on Sunday, September 15th, 2009, St. Frances Cabrini Parish, Littleton, CO)