Podcasts

Monday of the Fifth Week of Easter. Father Dave describes Saint Paul’s early ministry work, and how he and Saint Barnabas were mistaken for gods. Just like them, we are empowered to do the work of God in our world. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 05-08-23

Fifth Sunday of Easter. Father Dave reflects on the images of stones in today’s readings, as well as the “Stone of Destiny” used in King Charles’ coronation this weekend. We are called to build up the kingdom as the living stones of God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 05-07-23

Feast of Saints Philip and James. Father Dave describes how handing on our faith is integral to us as a Christian community. He challenges us to follow the Apostles’ example and pass the faith to those in our lives. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 05-03-23

Monday of the Fourth Week of Easter. Father Dave focuses on Peter’s words in today’s readings, and how we consciously and unconsciously try to limit God. Rather than choose our own way, we are called to trust in the Lord and let him lead. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 05-01-23

Fourth Sunday of Easter. Father Dave reflects on what to do when Scripture doesn’t resonate with us. In times when we don’t feel God’s joy and abundance, we are called even more to serve others. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 04-30-23

Monday of the Third Week of Easter. Father Dave discusses the story of Saint Stephen from today’s readings, and how he serves as a model for us. If we dive deeper into our faith, the Holy Spirit will help us encounter God in our daily lives. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 04-24-23

Friday in the Octave of Easter. While preaching on a cruise, Father Dave describes the apostles after Jesus’ resurrection. They returned to their old lives in a new way, and Jesus calls us to do the same after a vacation or inspiring moment. Preached while serving as Chaplain of a Cruise Ship on 04-14-23

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

Vigil Mass of the Fifth Sunday in Lent. Father Dave recalls his trip to Austria where a “Sound of Music” tour made him see the movie in a new way. On the final day of pilgrimage in the Holy Land, he challenges the pilgrims to go beyond their new perspective of Christ’s passion and allow Jesus to bring about a renewal of faith in daily life. Preached at Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel on 03-25-23

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