Father Dave Preaches

Thursday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time. There is a big difference between saying we're going to do something and actually doing it. When we follow through, we get closer to the kingdom of heaven. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-23-16.

Monday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time. Jesus says that before we can cast judgement on another person and attempt to take the splinter out of their eye, we must first pull the plank out of our own. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-20-16.

Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time. God calls everyone to love and invites us all to experience His kingdom. His love knows no borders and accepts all people regardless of race, gender, or sexuality. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-19-16.

Thursday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time. We're called to live our lives to the highest degree; so much so that the generations after us should want to emulate our very actions. Father Dave shares a reflection inspired by the prophets Elijah and Elisha, where Elisha asks Elijah for a double portion of his spirit. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-16-16.

Thursday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time. It can be easy to settle for the bare minimum in our lives; whether that's at work, school or in our relationships with God. But, Jesus calls us each and everyday to go beyond what's necessary and do more. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-09-16.

Monday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time. Jesus gave us the beatitudes as a guideline of how we can live our lives. Father Dave equates this to Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" Speech. Preached at St.Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-06-16.

Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. How we treat the least among us shows how we live according to our faith. Preached at St.Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-05-16.

Thursday in the Ninth Week of Ordinary Time. Sometimes we get bogged down so much in the details that we lose focus on what we originally set out to do. It is important to take a step back every once in a while and remember our main goal. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 06-02-16.

Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. In this homily for the nuns in residence, Father Dave tries to speak Spanish and also explains the challenges and benefits of sharing joy.Preached at St.Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 05-31-16.

Thursday of the Eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Despite our busy schedules, we must make time to remember we are truly God's people. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 05-26-16.