Father Dave Preaches

Memorial of St. Benedict. While on pilgrimage, Father Dave preaches on today's feast in a Benedictine Abbey. He reflects on the Benedictine motto of "ora et labora" and how we can adopt that rhythm of prayer and work in our lives. Preached at Vilshofen Abbey, Vilshofen, Germany on 07-11-23

Monday of the Fourteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave marvels at how today's Gospel fits perfectly with the group's pilgrimage visit to Altotting, Germany. He challenges us to find the Holy Spirit at work and see God in the ordinary places of our lives. Preached at Basilica of St. Anna, Altotting, Germany on 07-10-23

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave preaches his first homily of the Danube River pilgrimage, and reflects on rest in today's Gospel. He reminds us that God mandates us to rest, and that we're called to bring the Lord our burdens to be spiritually renewed. Preached at St. Benno in Munich, Germany on 07-09-23

Monday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses how God calls Abraham far out of his comfort zone by asking him to move to a new place. When God asks us to change or leave something behind, we're reminded to follow in Abraham's footsteps and trust God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-26-23

Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave focuses on Jeremiah's laments in the First Reading, and how our beliefs will sometimes be unpopular when living out our faith. God calls us to be prophets, even if we're disliked for spreading the Gospel. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-25-23

Memorial of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious. Father Dave analyzes St. Paul's words in today's First Reading regarding how God calls us to be "cheerful givers." We are called to be generous in all facets of our lives, even if just through simple moments. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-21-23

Monday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave connects today's readings with our human desire to procrastinate. We're called to build up the kingdom of God now and avoid looking for an excuse to wait. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-19-23

Vigil of the Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave invites us to think of our dearest Earthly possession and to realize how God values us even more. We are sent forth, just like the disciples, to proclaim the kingdom and help bring all people closer to God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-17-23

Memorial of Saint Anthony of Padua. Father Dave reflects on today's First Reading in which Saint Paul challenges us to say "yes" to God without reservation. Father Dave notes how this is a straightforward though difficult call, and we give this "yes" many times in our lives of faith. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-13-23

Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. While preaching at an outdoor Mass and procession, Father Dave calls us to fully recognize the gift of the Eucharist. He describes Christ's true presence in the form of bread and wine, as we enter year two of our National Eucharistic Revival. Preached at Carroll Park, Brooklyn, NY on 06-11-23