Father Dave Preaches

Homilies preached by Father Dave Dwyer, CSP. Father Dave is a Catholic priest, member of the Paulist Fathers, and Executive Director of Busted Halo Ministries. He is also host of the popular show, “The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer” on The Catholic Channel, SiriusXM, channel 129. He most often preaches at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City.

Acting as a Catholic 07/02/2025

Acting as a Catholic Thursday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave shares how Christianity requires our words and actions to match. We are called to act on our faith, rather than just to listen and pray. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 6-26-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37252000

You're Never Too Old 07/02/2025

You're Never Too Old Monday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave notes Abraham’s age in today’s first reading, and how God calls him to amazing things late in life. Similarly, God continues to work through us regardless of our age. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 6-23-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37251975

Celebrating Two Pillars 07/02/2025

Celebrating Two Pillars Tuesday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time. While in Rome, Father Dave explains what we can learn from the two pillars of our Church, Saints Peter and Paul. Saint Peter represents the authority of the Church, while Saint Paul reminds us of our call to serve around the world. Preached at Church of Santo Spirito in Sassia, Rome, Italy on 6-10-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37251825

Invite Mary In 07/02/2025

Invite Mary In Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church. As the Italy pilgrimage continues to the Basilica of St. Mary Major, Father Dave reflects on the Blessed Mother on today’s feast. We are to behold Mary as our mother and invite her to pray with us. Preached at Basilica of St. Mary Major, Rome, Italy on 6-9-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37251790

Pentecost: Pilgrims of Hope 07/02/2025

Pentecost: Pilgrims of Hope Pentecost Sunday, Vigil Mass. Father Dave explains how God transforms death to life through the Holy Spirit. We can find hope in how the Holy Spirit continues to teach and guide us in our lives today. Preached at St. Apostoli Church, Florence, Italy on 6-7-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37251640

Are We There Yet? 07/02/2025

Are We There Yet? Friday of the Seventh Week of Easter. Father Dave relates pilgrimage travel to the greater struggle of waiting for things in life. He reminds us that our faith journey is not only about the destination, and we are always learning and growing through the Holy Spirit. Preached at Basilica of San Domenico, Siena, Italy on 6-6-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37251570

They Are Your Gift to Me 07/01/2025

They Are Your Gift to Me Memorial of Saint Boniface, Bishop and Martyr. While on pilgrimage in Italy, Father Dave explains the significance of Rome for Catholicism, as noted in today’s first reading. He reminds the pilgrims how blessed they all are to be on this journey and that God wants to share his great love with us. Preached at Church of San Salvatore & Cirino in Abbadia Isola, Tuscany, Italy on 6-5-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37249215

Grandpa in the Playpen 07/01/2025

Grandpa in the Playpen Monday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave explains today’s reading through a story of a grandfather comforting a grandson. God desires to dwell with us and give us peace amid our struggles. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 5-25-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37248915

We Are Worthy to House His Spirit 07/01/2025

We Are Worthy to House His Spirit While preaching in front of the Pope’s cathedra in Rome, Father Dave reflects on the beauty of St. John Lateran and other basilicas. Just like these magnificent spaces, we are also God’s temples and his spirit dwells within us. Preached at Basilica of St. John Lateran, Rome, Italy on 6-11-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/37238150

25th Anniversary: Give Me a Follow 05/15/2025

25th Anniversary: Give Me a Follow Feast of Saints Philip and James, Apostles. Father Dave celebrates his 25th Anniversary to the priesthood, and he explains why Jesus asks Peter to follow him after the Resurrection. Just like modern social media influencers, God sometimes needs to keep reminding us to follow and renew our commitment to him. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 5-4-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36574150

Let Our Work Find Its Origin in You 05/15/2025

Let Our Work Find Its Origin in You Thursday of the Second Week of Easter. Father Dave notes how we sometimes wear sports jerseys in the workplace on casual Fridays. On today’s feast of St. Joseph the Worker, we are called to bring our faith into all aspects of our lives, including our jobs. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 5-1-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36574105

Believe the Works 05/15/2025

Believe the Works Friday of the Fifth Week of Lent. Father Dave focuses on Jesus’ words about believing in his actions. He challenges us to match our behaviors with our faith as we approach Holy Week. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 4-11-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36574085

Need Reminding 05/15/2025

Need Reminding Thursday of the Fifth Week of Lent. Father Dave preaches about how we all sometimes need help remembering things. However, as noted in today’s psalm, God never forgets his covenant with us. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 4-10-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36574060

Who Is Not Here? 05/15/2025

Who Is Not Here? Fifth Sunday of Lent. Father Dave asks us to think of a person we know who no longer goes to Church. He notes how the Paulist Fathers, and all of us, are called to minister to those at the margins of our faith. Preached at St. Gregory the Great Church, San Diego, CA on 4-6-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36574035

800 Pacos 05/15/2025

800 Pacos Fourth Sunday of Lent. Father Dave notes how we may have trouble relating to today’s reading of the Prodigal Son. The story is not just about one person, but how God joyfully embraces us all in forgiveness. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 3-30-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36574015

Do It Anyway 05/15/2025

Do It Anyway Thursday of the Third Week of Lent. Father Dave reflects on how we may feel that evangelizing is futile. He quotes Kent M. Keith’s paradoxical commandments, which say to “do it anyway” and see how God can still bear fruit. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 3-27-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36573940

Jonah vs. Ongoing Conversion 05/15/2025

Jonah vs. Ongoing Conversion Wednesday of the First Week of Lent. Father Dave focuses on today’s reading from Jonah and the dramatic conversion of the Ninevites. Rather than just one moment, we are called to have an ongoing conversion in our faith life and continually humble ourselves. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 3-12-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36573885

Dad Knows 05/15/2025

Dad Knows Tuesday of the First Week of Lent. Father Dave recalls a time when he tried to persuade someone in a long, unnecessary email. We don’t need to convince God to love us, but instead we are to trust him as our father. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 3-11-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/36573840

Lessons From St. Katharine Drexel 03/11/2025

Lessons From St. Katharine Drexel Tuesday of the Sixth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave preaches about Jesus’ tough words in the Gospel for those with wealth. As we approach Lent, St. Katharine Drexel can be a model for us to leave behind what’s holding us back from God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles, CA on 3-3-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35621635

A Better Reset 03/11/2025

A Better Reset Tuesday of the Sixth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave compares today’s story of Noah’s Ark to resetting a phone or computer when it’s not working right. He reminds us that Christ’s crucifixion renewed humanity, and we can also find ways to reboot our faith when it stalls. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles, CA on 2-18-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35621540

Is Jesus Misusing the Word 'Blessed?' 03/11/2025

Is Jesus Misusing the Word 'Blessed?' Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave notes how Jesus’ use of “blessed” in the Sermon on the Mount may seem strange to us. God offers hope beyond one’s current suffering, and we are called to lift others up in our world. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles, CA on 2-16-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35621485

We Shouldn't Be Surprised 03/11/2025

We Shouldn't Be Surprised Memorial of Saint Scholastica, Virgin. Father Dave reflects on how those in the Scriptures are surprised and amazed by Jesus’ miracles. However, with our knowledge of salvation history, we should have confident faith that God can perform miracles for us as well. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 2-10-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35621435

Is God Calling You to Radical Change? 03/10/2025

Is God Calling You to Radical Change? Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave recounts how all three readings today feature people who made radical changes in their lives after hearing God’s call. He challenges us to boldly and loudly say yes to how God may be calling us today. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 2-09-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35616105

Suck it Up 03/10/2025

Suck it Up Memorial of Saint Agatha, Virgin and Martyr. While many Christians know the phrase “offer it up,” Father Dave recalls how an old high school coach used to say “suck it up” in response to hardship. He reminds us that even the most extreme suffering does not keep us from Jesus. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 2-05-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35615450

Two Lessons from the Presentation 03/10/2025

Two Lessons from the Presentation The Presentation of the Lord. Father Dave recounts Mary and Joseph presenting Jesus in the Temple, and how they practiced their faith just like us. He also notes what we can learn from listening to women and other lesser-heard voices in the Church. Preached at St. Gregory the Great Church in San Diego, CA on 2-03-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35614855

Transforming Sacrifice 03/10/2025

Transforming Sacrifice Monday of the Third Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses the concept of sacrifice in the Old Testament, and how Jesus transforms it. He also highlights how the Pharisees demonized Jesus without knowing him, and how we still do that to others today. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 1-27-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35613985

Everyone Else 03/10/2025

Everyone Else Feast of the Conversion of Saint Paul, Apostle. On today’s feast, Father Dave talks about how St. Paul evangelized to all the nations. We are also called to be like St. Paul and minister to those on the margins. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 1-25-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35613445

The Courage to Defend Life 03/10/2025

The Courage to Defend Life Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children. Father Dave reflects on Jesus’ desire to restore humanity and make us whole. In light of today’s feast, he challenges us to stand up for human life even when modern society considers it disposable. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 1-22-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35613350

From Hard Heart to Pliable 03/10/2025

From Hard Heart to Pliable Thursday of the First Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave notes how today’s readings highlight both ends of the spectrum of faith. We are called to be open to how God may transform us rather than stay stubborn in our own ways. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 1-16-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35613300

Follow Jesus Again 03/10/2025

Follow Jesus Again Monday of the First Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on the beginning of Ordinary Time and how it can feel repetitive to begin again. He reminds us that we choose to follow Jesus, and that commitment is constantly renewed. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 1-13-25 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/35613270

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