Father Dave Preaches

We may find ourselves, like the man who has somehow failed in 38 years to make it to the healing pool, making excuses for why we haven't been to really try to achieve what we need to do. Jesus tells us all, to get in gear, get up, pick up our own mat, and move forward. (Preached on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, 8:00am, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

When we see John 3:16 in the Gospel, we should stop and think about what this really means, the depth and significance of such an amazing gift given to us from God. (Preached on Sunday, March 22, 2009, 6:00pm, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

In many cases, being a self-starter is good thing, but in terms of our relationship with the Lord, we should realize that He will lead if only you will follow carefully. (Preached on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 8:00am, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

The Lord gets our attention in interesting and sometimes startling ways, as does Jesus in the readings for today complete with a whip! But, of course, all is done with good reason. (Preached on Thursday, January 29th, 2009, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

We might not always put in the most effort that we can, but it is important to realize the opportunity is always there to get in touch with Jesus. (Preached on Sunday, February 22, 2009, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Father Dave relays the message of Saint Paul that although community and familiarity is important for our faith, it is also important to step out of our personal comfort zone and strive to know more and do more in order to be all things to all people. (Preached on Sunday, February 8th, 2009, 6:00pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Have you ever asked to see the manager? Well, praying to Jesus is like speaking to an authority on the matter, any matter. (Preached on Super Bowl Sunday, February 1, 2009, 6:00pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thursday of the Third Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave realizes that his own faith is not strictly personal, but is intertwined with the lives of many others. (Preached on Thursday, January 29th, 2009, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Friday, January 9th, 2009. Christmas Weekday. Father Dave shows us through he story of a leper that when we pray, indeed we are coming before the Lord and trusting in His power to know what we really need. (Preached on Friday, January 9th, 2009, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Epiphany of the Lord. The three gifts of the Wise Men for us today are actually three lessons, including the idea of always bring our very best when in the presence of the Lord. (Preached on Sunday, January 4th, 2009, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Memorial of Saint Basil the Great and Saint Gregory Nazianzen, Bishops and Doctors of the Church. Father Dave reminds us that indeed jesus is among us, but it is up to us to recognize the presence of Christ among us. (Preached on Friday, January 2nd, 2009, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Yes, this is the feast day of the Holy Family, and we can celebrate that fact alone for hours of course. But today we are also called to use this day to celebrate the beauty and importance of family as a whole. (Preached on Sunday, December 28th, 2008, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord - Christmas Vigil Mass. Father Dave expounds upon what the Christmas season is all about: hope. (Preached on Wednesday, December 24th, 2008, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Second Sunday of Advent. In this time of Advent, we must actually prepare to be surprised by the presence of the Lord once again. We must prepare by getting forgiveness for our sins and awaiting the coming of Jesus. (Preached on Sunday, December 7th, 2008, 6:00pm, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Friday of the First Week of Advent. As the axiom goes, seeing is believing. But in the time of Advent, believing in Jesus is seeing Him - literally as in the case of the blind men, or in the form of hope, where what we believe manifests as reality with the help of the Lord. (Preached on Friday, December 5th, 2008, 12:15pm, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

First Sunday of Advent. Sometimes we need to remember to simply watch. Watch God's glory present itself all around us, all the time. Also, watch for the coming of Christ. (Preached on Sunday, November 30th, 2008, 6:00pm, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King. Today we celebrate the center of our faith, our greatest commander-in-chief, the top director, the shepherd of goodness, the perfect king -Lord Jesus Christ. (Preached on Sunday, November 23rd, 2008, 6:00pm, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Thursday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave uses the analogy of interpreting and appreciating the complexity of modern art to that of reading and understanding the Book of Revelation. Indeed, there are many levels of interpretation that require some time to thoroughly study in order to receive its fullest message. (Preached on Thursday, November 20th, 2008, 12:15pm, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Friday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time. Although the readings sound like pretty much just fire-and-brimstone end-times talk, this is because we are heading towards the end of the liturgical year. What really emerges as the theme here is the concept and practice of love, and that indeed God IS love. (Preached on Friday, November 14th, 2008, 12:15pm, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)

Memorial of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini. Why do we have free will? Why didn't God just make us into robots that serve Him? Father Dave reminds us that it is better to choose to love and serve than to be forced to. (Preached on Thursday, November 13th, 2008, 12:15pm, St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City.)