Father Dave Preaches

Wednesday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time . Father Dave discusses our search for fulfillment. He explains that fulfillment is to bring to completion or reality something that has been desired or promised. Father Dave points out that there are many in our society who are still longing for the fulfillment of racial justice, and challenges us to unite our prayers and actions to bring about fulfill...

Pentecost Sunday . Father Dave discusses the power of the Holy Spirit, and how we need to call on the Holy Spirit more than ever. He reflects on the problem of racism in our country and encourages us to come together and call upon the Holy Spirit for a change. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 5-31-20

Friday of the Sixth Week of Easter . Father Dave discusses the feeling of loss the apostles felt after the Ascension. He points out that Jesus tells us in the gospels that no one can take away our joy. As life feels like a struggle for most at the moment, Father Dave reminds us that we can still find joy in a difficult time. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 5-22-20

Seventh Sunday of Easter . Father Dave discusses contradictions and how we don't like them. He explains that today's Gospel, in which Jesus prays to the Father, seems to contradict itself. Father Dave breaks down the reading for us and explains how to better interpret what may seem like contradictions in Scripture. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 5-24-20

Third Sunday of Easter . Father Dave compares reading the Scriptures to sticking around for the credits at the end of a movie. He discusses today's Gospel about the road to Emmaus. The disciples on that road were discouraged following Jesus' crucifixion and thought that this was the end. However, they recognize Jesus again in the breaking of the bread. Father Dave encourages us to wait in patient...

Father Dave preaches on the Gospel reading in which Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well. He relates this to our current experience of social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Monday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time . Father Dave discusses endurance while suffering. He uses the example of Saint Blaise who was martyred and King David who endured much suffering. It is important to turn to God in our suffering and to choose to persevere. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, on 2-03-20

Thursday of the Second Week in Ordinary Time . Father Dave discusses Saint Marianne Cope and her example. Saint Marianne Cope devoted her life to serving those with leprosy. He points out that we need to inspiration and example of the saints who were normal people who devoted their lives to God. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, on 1-23-20 

Monday of the Second Week in Ordinary Time . Father Dave discusses today's reading in which the Lord tells Samuel that obedience is better than sacrifice. While sacrifice is important, obedience shows faithfulness. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 1-20-20

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time . Father Dave discusses today's Gospel in which Jesus is baptized. He discusses Jesus' response to his calling and how we are called to respond to God in the same way. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 1-19-20

Tuesday of the First Week in Ordinary Time . Father Dave explains the importance of starting over. Our spiritual lives are constantly evolving and sometimes we lose our motivation. We are called to get back up each time we fall. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, on 1-14-20.

Monday After Epiphany . Father Dave discusses the importance of remaining in Jesus and sticking with our resolutions. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, on 1-06-20

Father Dave encourages us to live out our faith in such a way that we are not picking and choosing what is important. He points out that all of the teachings of Christ are important, and we should not treat our faith as if we are studying for an exam. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, on 12-05-19

Twenty-Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time . Father Dave discusses today's Gospel in which Jesus emphasizes our duty to follow the Lord. We shouldn't feel entitled to things, rather we should serve God and his people as we are called. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 10-06-19

Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary . Father Dave recounts the story of Jonah and the whale and compares it to our call to be prophetic, even giving voice to things that may be unpopular among our peers. Preached at Saint Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on10-07-19