Father Dave Preaches

Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Easter. Father Dave shares that it often feels like the work of the Holy Spirit is a little more clearly seen in the rearview mirror. Thinking back on these moments of grace can remind us that the Holy Spirit is our guide and help at all times in our lives, leading us toward eternal life. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 5-15-19

Fourth Sunday of Easter and Mother's Day. The intimate relationship between a shepherd and his sheep is often used in the Bible to represent how God loves us. Father Dave talks about the significance of "being fully known and being fully loved" as children of God and how we should share that love with others. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 5-12-19

Thursday of the Third Week of Easter. Father Dave discusses today's reading from the Acts of the Apostles in which Philip baptizes the Ethiopian eunuch. Father Dave encourages us to explain and share our faith just like Philip to help open the hearts of others. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 5-09-19

Monday of the Third Week of Easter. Father Dave encourages us to refrain from looking at our relationship with Christ as something transactional. Rather, we should believe that God provides for our needs and we shouldn't expect God to work on our own timeline. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 5-06-19

Memorial of Saint Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor of the Church. Father Dave focuses on how difficult trusting in God can be. God is worthy of our trust, but we can block ourselves from trusting him. Father Dave challenges us to try harder to be confident in God this week. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 5-02-19

Wednesday in the Octave of Easter. Father Dave speaks about the crippled man asking for help in today's reading from Acts of the Apostle. Father Dave points out that we are called to bring healing and reconciliation just as the apostles did after Jesus' Resurrection. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 4-24-19

Tuesday in the Octave of Easter. Father Dave discusses today's Gospel in which Mary Magdalene doesn't recognize Jesus after the Resurrection. Father Dave asks about how many times we struggle to recognize Jesus in our own lives and invites us to try harder to recognize Christ in our day-to-day. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 4-23-19

Easter Sunday. Father Dave reflects on Jesus' empty tomb and the power of the Resurrection. He points out that the tomb could not contain Jesus, and we too must resist the temptation to keep Jesus in a "container," restricting him to one part of our lives. We must allow room for him in all aspects of our lives. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 4-21-19

Fourth Sunday of Lent. Father Dave reflects on the Parable of the Prodigal Son and what it teaches us about God's mercy. He explains that this story is especially encouraging during Lent because of its themes of repentance. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 3-31-19

Wednesday of the Fifth Week of Lent. Father Dave discusses today's reading from Jeremiah in which God asks us not to turn our faces from him. Father Dave encourages us to look to God even when we feel ashamed. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 3-28-19