Father Dave Preaches

Second Sunday of Advent. Father Dave discusses the virtue of patience in seasons of waiting. He encourages us to look to Jesus with longing while waiting and to allow it to stretch us so that it may create more room for hope. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 12-05-21

Memorial of Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr. Father Dave talks about people who chose to remain faithful to the Lord in difficult circumstances, such as Daniel from today's reading. He also discusses the poor widow who gave her last coin in the Gospel. She trusted that God would provide. Father Dave encourages us to trust in God to provide for us when we are asked to choose our faith over anything else in our lives. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 11-22-21

Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave shares a story about St. Teresa of Calcutta encountering a poor man. The poor man offered her 15 rupees. The offer meant that he would not be able to eat that night, but he was so joyful at being able to offer it to Mother Teresa. Father Dave points out that God looks not at the greatness of our work, but at the love with which it is performed. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 11-07-21

Wednesday of the Twenty-Ninth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses today's reading from Saint Paul in which he emphasizes the importance of being saved by grace. Father Dave points out that just because we have grace does not mean that we get a free pass to do whatever we want. We are saved by grace, but it is still on us to make the decision not to be slaves to sin. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 10-20-21

Thursday of the Twenty-Eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses today's reading from Saint Paul in which he tells us that our focus must be on God who is more important than anything else in our lives. We must give all credit to God and thank him for all he does in our lives on a daily basis. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 10-14-21

Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses today's gospel in which the rich young man went away sad because he was too attached to his wealth. Father Dave points out that while we're not all rich, we all have attachments that keep us from the Kingdom of God. He encourages us to give everything over to God and put him first. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 10-10-21

Memorial of Saint Pius of Pietrelcina, Priest. Father Dave discusses today's reading from the prophet Haggai in which God asks the people to slow down. He points out that the people in this reading were so busy that they were missing out on doing God's work. Father Dave encourages us to slow down and spend time with God in prayer in order to fulfill his plans for our lives. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 9-23-21

Tuesday of the Twenty-Third Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses today's reading in which Saint Paul writes about wanting what is best for the Colossians. Father Dave asks us to reflect on whether or not we genuinely want what is best for others, especially those with whom we disagree. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 09-07-21

Wednesday of the Twenty-First Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on today's Gospel reading from Matthew where Jesus accuses the Pharisees of being hypocrites. Father Dave explains that back then, the word "hypocrite" was akin to calling someone an actor. He asks us to reflect in our own hearts whether or not we are acting when it comes to our faith, or if living our faith authentically. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 8-25-21