Father Dave Preaches

Tuesday of the Nineteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave points out our tendency to focus on bad news rather than good news. He points out that the disciples were tempted to focus on the bad news of Jesus' death, rather than look with hope to the resurrection. He encourages us to find hope in all circumstances through our faith in God. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 8-12-19

Memorial of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, Priest. Father Dave discusses today's reading in which Moses comes down from the mountain with the Ten Commandments. Father Dave explains that Moses had a life-changing encounter with God on that mountain, but as soon as he returned, he was among those who did not believe. Father Dave points out that we may have moments like Moses, in which we encounter those who do not have faith. He encourages us to be find our comfort in the Eucharist. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 7-29-19

Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses the importance of persistence in prayer and complete reliance on God. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 7-28-19

Tuesday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses today's Gospel in which Jesus challenges us to question the things that are important to us, and encourages us to have allegiance to the family of God. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 7-23-19

Feast of Saint Mary Magdalene. Father Dave reflects on the misconceptions that often circulate about Mary Magdalene. He also explains the important role she plays in the resurrection and the life of the Apostles. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 7-22-19

Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses today's Gospel reading about Martha and Mary. He provides context to explain why Mary chose the better role in this instance by sitting at the feet of Jesus instead of keeping busy. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 7-21-19

Tuesday of the Fifteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave preaches about today's Gospel reading in which Jesus promises to come to our aid. Father Dave reminds us to always turn to God, especially in difficult times. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 7-18-19

Memorial of Saint Bonaventure, Bishop and Doctor of the Church. Father Dave reflects on how we value certain brands in our lives. He suggests making today's psalm, "Our help is in the name of the Lord," our brand. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 7-15-19

Friday of the Thirteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave preaches near the tomb of Saint Peter. He explains that certain things, like visiting Saint Peter's tomb, can inspire awe in us and call us to be bolder. Father Dave challenges us to become bolder in our lives of faith so as to inspire awe in others. Preached at Saint Peter's Basilica, Rome, Italy on 7-05-19