Father Dave Preaches

Saturday of the Third Week of Lent. While on pilgrimage in the Holy Land, Father Dave welcomes the pilgrims and explains how this experience will change their lives. He reflects on our call to spread the Gospel, long after the joyful moments when Jesus opens our eyes. Preached at Duc In Altum Chapel, Magdala Center, Tiberias, Israel on 03-18-23

Third Sunday of Lent. Father Dave challenges us to see how God is present in our lives. He reminds us that the small sacrifices of Lent help us be aware of Christ in our midst. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-12-23

Friday of the Second Week in Lent. Father Dave reflects on how today's readings resonate with our modern challenges, even if they seem distant from today's world. He challenges us to turn our faults over to God this Lent. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-10-23

Monday of the Second Week of Lent. Father Dave asks us to recall a time when we wrongly blamed someone for a mistake. He reminds us to look in the mirror this Lent and allow God to heal our own brokenness. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-06-23

Wednesday of the First Week of Lent. Father Dave recounts Jonah's story in today's readings, and how God asked him to convert those he hated. We are also challenged to pray for our enemies and imitate Christ this Lent. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-01-23

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses the Sermon on the Mount and how challenging it was to those in Jesus' time. We are called to go beyond what's merely required in our faith in order to bring about the kingdom of God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles, CA on 02-12-23

Memorial of Saint Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs. Father Dave reflects on how God wants his creation to be whole. He invites us to reflect on those who are in need of healing and how we can bring them closer to God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-06-23

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave relates today's readings to a favorite recipe of his goddaughter's family. As we are called to be salt of the Earth, Father Dave reminds us that we must bring this light of Christ beyond the church walls. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-05-23

Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul. Father Dave reflects on the uniqueness of this feast day, and what we can learn from those who convert to Catholicism. We all participate in this same mission St. Paul of bringing people closer to God and the Church. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 01-25-23

The Baptism of the Lord. Father Dave reflects on Jesus' baptism in today's readings, and what we can learn from John the Baptist. We share in the grace of Christ's baptism and have a responsibility to answer God's call. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 01-09-23

Feast of Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles. Father Dave reflects on Paul's message to the Ephesians about how we belong to the household of God. Our close relationship with the Lord comes with responsibilities as members of God's house. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 10-28-22

While on pilgrimage to France in 2019, Father Dave preached on All Saints' Day about what the Church teaches about these holy men and women that we celebrate today.

Memorial of Saints John de Brébeuf and Isaac Jogues, Priests, and Companions. Father Dave reflects on today's readings where Peter asks Jesus about "us" and "them." Father Dave discusses the martyrs we celebrate in today's feast, and how we also are called to look past divisions to spread the word of God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 10-19-22