Father Dave Preaches

Monday of Holy Week. Father Dave reflects on Jesus as the suffering servant as we enter into Holy Week. As we hear in today’s readings, God grasps each of us by the hand and leads us into the Paschal Mystery. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 04-03-23

Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent. While preaching in the home of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus in the Holy Land, Father Dave discusses their friendship with Jesus. He reminds us that the Christian life is a balance of joyful and difficult times, and we are called to see Christ as our friend journeying with us. Preached at Church of Saint Lazarus (Shrine of Bethany), Al-Eizariya, West Bank on 03-24-23

Thursday of the Fourth Week of Lent. While in the Holy Land, Father Dave tells the pilgrims how they are entering into their own Holy Week. He discusses Peter’s journey through Jesus’ passion, and how we can relate to his sin and renewal. Preached at Church of St. Peter in Gallicantu, Jerusalem, Israel on 03-23-23

Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent. While preaching on pilgrimage in the Holy Land, Father Dave focuses on the angels announcing the birth of Christ to shepherds. He challenges us to be like those shepherds and bring the good news to all we influence in our lives. Preached at Shepherd’s Field, Beit-Sahur, West Bank on 03-22-23

Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Lent. While preaching in the Garden of Gethsemane, Father Dave reminds us how Jesus chose to suffer for us. He highlights Jesus’ fear before his crucifixion, and how God shares in our pain. Preached at Church of All Nations, Garden of Gethsemane, Jerusalem, Israel on 03-21-23

Monday of the Fourth Week of Lent. Father Dave reflects on the Annunciation at the site of the incarnation in the Holy Land. He invites us to say “yes” to God’s calling for our lives, just as Mary did. Preached at Basilica of the Annunciation, Nazareth, Israel on 03-20-23

Fourth Sunday in Lent. While on pilgrimage in the Holy Land, Father Dave reflects on how the Gospels focus on healings. Jesus also desires to heal us and make us whole again so we can build the kingdom of God. Preached at St. Peter’s Church, Capernaum, Israel on 03-19-23

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

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

Friday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time. On the Feast of St. Blaise, Father Dave notes the theme of hospitality woven throughout the readings. We are called to give of ourselves and focus on others to show God’s love. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-03-23

Monday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave recounts the gruesome stories in today’s readings, and how God has something better in store for us. He explains that while we’d like to stay close to God, such as on a retreat, it’s important to also go out and spread the Gospel to those who need to hear it. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 01-30-23

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave describes his recent physical, and how it’s common to focus on your health once something is wrong. He relates this to the Beatitudes we hear today, and how we are to invite God into the weakest parts of ourselves. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 01-29-23

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