Life in Haiti: Hope Amidst Chaos and Violence W/Fr. David
Release Date: 01/09/2026
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In this episode of Desert Wonders, we sit down with Father David, a dedicated priest serving in Haiti, who shares his profound journey from France to the heart of the poorest communities. He recounts his early experiences that called him to the priesthood, the challenges he faces in a war-torn area, and the incredible resilience of the Haitian people. Through stories of love, sacrifice, and faith, Father David inspires us to reflect on our own vocations and the power of community. Join us for a heartfelt discussion about the beauty of life amidst suffering and the importance of bringing Christ's presence to those in need.
Chapters:
(00:00) Desert Wonders interviews priests, religious and others in Boise diocese
(00:37) First time I hear the voice of God calling me to be priest, 8 years old
(05:03) It was a post abortion syndrome because I remember she. And she came often in the hospital for depression, alcoholism
(06:00) How do you discern between marriage and the priesthood
(08:36) We've talked about some of the retreats you've taken prior
(12:21) Sometimes it's unfair to judge the priesthood against what you imagine in seminary
(14:56) A Wonderful Life is about how important is your life if you don't exist
(16:10) Another thing about the Catholic life is dying to yourself, for others
(17:28) M. M.: It takes practice to be fruitful
(20:05) 71% of you have yet to subscribe to our channel
(22:04) Redemptive suffering. That's what you wanted to say about this
(25:10) In my rosary I like kind of. I ask more then. But when I have my internal prayer, like my direct, like I
(26:12) Renouncement is very important in life, says Father John O'Neill
(28:05) What does silent prayer really mean? I don't understand it
(29:46) How much space do you cultivate between yourself and Jesus in prayer
(33:21) How did you get connected with Haiti? You're from France
(36:24) For seven years I was general vicar and parish priest in one parish
(38:00) Could you elaborate on what it looked like in Haiti before the earthquake
(42:30) Haiti has a culture of gangs, politicians and gangs
(44:25) Saint Charles de Foucault was a French military. He was educated in Christian life
(48:02) For women, I think the woman psychology is more contemplative
(49:18) Are you looking for volunteers or are you accepting volunteers
(52:36) It can be more. They have more for American than French, so. And there is more now since a few weeks
(52:49) What about prayers? What kind of prayers can the community owes?
(56:42) Vodou comes with slave from Africa. They were beaten as slaves
(01:00:30) If you live in a world without forgiveness or mercy, it's terrible
(01:02:46) For Haiti, inside of the penal code, abortion is forbidden
(01:05:24) Two main dangers I see in Haiti are the culture of lie and impurity
(01:08:46) Father says suffering makes Haitian children turn back to God
(01:10:12) This episode of Desert Wonders was produced by Fault Night Radio