Father Dave Preaches

If you are observing Lent by fasting and sacrificing something for yourself, you are not doing it fully. Fasting is not just giving something up, or other personal external motivations, but also prayer and giving alms to others. Let love persevere. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Friday, February 8, 2008, 12:15pm Mass.

Jesus says: "If you wish to be my disciples, you have to pick up your cross and follow me." Lent is indeed a time to look at the positive aspects of your life, but it is also a time to recognize what is tough for you, and to bring these challenges with you on your journey with Christ. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Thursday, February 7, 2008, 12:15pm Mass.

During this homily from Ash Wednesday, Father Dave reminds us that Lent provides us with a good time to turn away from certain things, and turn towards God "with our whole heart." And although this is a good time for such actions, it is always a good time to do these things. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Ash Wednesday Mass, February 6, 2008, 6:15pm.

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave helps to clarify the possibly confusing blessings given by Jesus in the Beatitudes. Remember these choice Gospel words: "Rejoice and be glad even in the difficult times because God's blessing means that God is with us." St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. TSunday Mass, February 3, 2008, 12:15pm.

Tuesday of the First Week in Ordinary Time. "Things Are Not Always What They Seem." Elli the priest thought hannah was making a drunken spectacle of herself, when in reality she was praying with great fervor. Hannah's Song is one that speaks of the Biblical theme of reversal of fortunes. Is there something in your life that you think could never change? St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Longmont, Colorado. 8:30am Weekday Mass. 01-15-08

Monday of the First Week of Ordinary Time. "Where Are You Barren?" Hannah's story may sound sad: she could have no children. But how are we like Hannah? In what ways do we feel useless, like we're coming up short, a little dry? St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Longmont, Colorado. 8:30 am Weekday Mass. 01-14-08.

The Nativity of the Lord, Christmas Mass. As you see all the Top Ten lists in all the magazines and newspapers during this end-of-the-year season, try to remember some of the "God moments" of your year, and realize that God is indeed always present. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Tuesday, December 25, 2007, 1:00pm Christmas Mass. (Please forgive us for the technical difficulties. Thank you.)

Fourth Sunday of Advent. Father Dave takes an intriguing and entertaining view on today's readings so that we may see the utterly inspiring and ultimately unique perspective of Joseph at the time of Jesus' birth. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Sunday 6:00pm Mass. (Original date: 12/23/07)

Thursday of the Third Week of Advent. It is a gift for us to attend mass in this Advent season and experience the drama and excitement of the approaching birth of Jesus Christ. For after this moment, indeed, the Lord is with all of us. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Thursday 12:15pm Mass. (Original date: 12/20/07)

Thursday of the Second Week of Advent. So what is the big deal about John the Baptist? Why does Jesus hold him in such a high regard? What we realize today is that John the Baptist had to exist first to be able to point the way to our Lord Jesus Christ. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Thursday, December 13, 2007, 1:00pm. (Please forgive us for the technical difficulties. Thank you.)

Second Sunday of Advent. The readings today tell us to live with hope in this season of Advent. However, this hope should be active, not passive. Do not presume that simply because we have accepted Jesus than we are completely saved, as this is too presumptuous of the Lord. We must repent and serve and hope for the Lord's salvation. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Sunday 6:00pm Mass. (Original date: 12/09/07)

Friday of the First Week of Advent - Memorial of Saint Ambrose. We all might be extremely busy in this holiday season, and it might be difficult at times to keep up with everything there is to do. But we still must make time for our faith and to attend to people's needs. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Friday 12:15pm Mass. (Original date: 12/07/07)

Thursday of the First Week of Advent, The Feast of Saint Nicholas. Scripture reminds us today of preparing for Christmas not just by waiting and calming ourselves, but also by being active: building a house on a rock for the coming of the Lord. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Thursday 12:15pm Mass. (Original date: 12/06/07)

First Sunday of Advent. Prepare yourself, not just for an End of Days, but for any moment that God may unexpectedly make a visit into your life. Today, we thank the Lord for coming to us, and He thanks us for coming to Him. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Sunday 6:00pm Mass. (Original date: 12/02/07)

Thursday of the 34th Week in Ordinary Time. Who are your models of prayer? Who inspires you to keep up on your prayer life? Father Dave asks himself this question, and the answer may surprise you.St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Thursday 12:15pm Mass. (Original date: 11/29/07)

Last Sunday in Ordinary Time. We might often say to ourselves: "I want be my own boss." Well, just as this wish might not be all it's cracked up to be, perhaps Jesus didn't seem like the King everyone was waiting for. But indeed, Jesus is the best boss we could ever hope for. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Sunday 6:00pm Mass. (Original date: 11/25/07)

The 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. Although it may be tempting to simply skip these Doomsday-type readings, it is important to realize that our faith must endure through painful times, both small and large-scale. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Sunday 6:00pm Mass. (Original date: 11/18/07)

Friday of the 32nd Week in Ordinary Time. Today, we are reminded that the Lord has many seemingly disparate elements all rolled into one all-powerful, all-beautiful God. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Friday 12:15pm Mass. (Original date: 11/16/07)

The Feast of St. Albert. The readings today show us both that we do not have to "check our brains at the door," and that the Holy Spirit may indeed share both male and female qualities. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Thursday 12:15pm Mass. (Original date: 11/15/07)

Feast of St. Luke. Are You A Friend of the Lord? Yes, you sure are! Now let the world know. St. Malachy's Church, Broadway and 49th, Times Square, New York City. Thursday 12:15pm Mass. (Original date: 10/18/07)