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.

Give Me Your Huddled Masses 07/09/2026

Give Me Your Huddled Masses Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. As we celebrate 250 years since the founding of the United States, Father Dave connects today’s readings to the poem inscribed inside the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. We are also called to give rest and welcome to the weary, and invite all to come to the Lord. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 07-05-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/42021935

Four Women 07/07/2026

Four Women Monday of the Fourteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on the women in today’s readings, as well as Saint Maria Goretti’s feast day. These women remind us that God can and wants to do all things to heal his children. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 07-06-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/42124900

Change of Attitude 06/29/2026

Change of Attitude Vigil of Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave challenges us to reframe our attitudes and perspectives, as outlined in today’s readings. We are to look at our difficulties through the eyes of Christ and know that he bears our crosses with us. Preached at St. Patrick's Catholic American Parish, Rome, Italy on 06-27-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/42124885

Examen Your Plank 06/23/2026

Examen Your Plank Monday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on the difficulty of not judging others. As discussed in today’s readings, we are to make an intentional effort to remove our own sin rather than condemning others. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 06-22-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/42124850

Courage Because We Are Known 06/22/2026

Courage Because We Are Known Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses how Jesus repeats to not be afraid to both the apostles and to us. We are called to be courageous in our faith, and share with others how well God knows and loves us. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 06-21-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/42124810

Go The Extra Mile 06/16/2026

Go The Extra Mile Monday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave notes how Jesus calls us to go beyond what’s required in our faith. While this challenge will look different for each person, we are to reflect on ways we can live our faith more deeply. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 06-15-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/42124790

Eucharist is a Verb 06/09/2026

Eucharist is a Verb The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. Father Dave connects today’s Solemnity to the Greek word for ‘thanksgiving.' He reflects on , and underscores our participation in the Eucharist as an outpouring of love into the world. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 06-07-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41584275

Don't Think It, Feel It 06/09/2026

Don't Think It, Feel It The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. Father Dave reflects on the mystery of the Trinity and how it is something to be felt rather than logically understood. We are to imitate and live into the communion of love that is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 05-31-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41584250

Priestly Ordination Humility 05/28/2026

Priestly Ordination Humility Wednesday of the Eighth Week in Ordinary Time. On the 26th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood, Father Dave muses on how today's readings highlight humility. We are to serve one another and not point to ourselves while living out our faith. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 05-27-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41544610

Don't Know About the Holy Spirit? 05/19/2026

Don't Know About the Holy Spirit? Monday of the Seventh Week of Easter. Father Dave reflects on how those in today’s first reading did not know about the Holy Spirit. He challenges us to look at the Holy Spirit through fresh eyes and recognize that God’s presence is with us. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 05-18-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41544590

Snapshot of Christian Life 05/12/2026

Snapshot of Christian Life Monday of the Sixth Week of Easter. Father Dave shares how today’s readings offer different ways to live as Christians. Whether going out to evangelize or welcoming others through hospitality, God uniquely calls us to spread the Gospel. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 05-11-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41544575

Acts of We Apostles 05/11/2026

Acts of We Apostles Sixth Sunday of Easter. Father Dave notes how we read from the Acts of the Apostles during the Easter season. We are called to put our faith into action, and find concrete ways to do so together. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles, CA on 05-10-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41544555

Share in Divine Life 05/05/2026

Share in Divine Life Monday of the Fifth Week of Easter. Father Dave highlights the blessings and responsibilities of the Christian life. We can share in God’s divine life by aligning ourselves with God’s will rather than our own desires. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 05-04-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41544535

Accompanying Others to Help Them Recognize Jesus 04/20/2026

Accompanying Others to Help Them Recognize Jesus Third Sunday of Easter. Father Dave focuses on the Gospel passage of the Road to Emmaus and the power of accompanying others. As Busted Halo Ministries celebrates 25 years, we are all called to help others recognize Jesus in the breaking of the bread. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 04-19-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41544525

Glorify the Lord With Me 04/19/2026

Glorify the Lord With Me Wednesday of the Second Week of Easter. Father Dave reflects on how the stories in the Acts of the Apostles can be both inspiring and intimidating. He focuses on the words of the psalm to highlight the simple power of praising God together. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 04-15-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41544510

Born Again Passport 04/18/2026

Born Again Passport Monday of the Second Week of Easter. Father Dave begins by noting how God calls us to speak up for what is right both in biblical times and today. Jesus calls us to be reborn of the spirit so that we can have a “heavenly passport” to enter the kingdom of God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 04-13-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41544480

Believe and Live Your Faith 04/16/2026

Believe and Live Your Faith Second Sunday of Easter. On Divine Mercy Sunday, Father Dave reflects on what we can learn from the story of “Doubting Thomas.” Just like Thomas, Jesus offers us peace and asks us to believe, and we are to live out our faith as a result. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 04-12-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40894855

King of Holy Week 03/29/2026

King of Holy Week Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion. Father Dave notes the parallels between our Palm Sunday readings and “No Kings” protests in the United States. Jesus is not the king the ancient world was expecting, rather, he empties himself as a sacrifice for us. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 03-29-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41527600

Say Yes or No 03/25/2026

Say Yes or No Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. As we celebrate today’s solemnity, Father Dave reminds us that we, like Mary, are also called to collaborate with God. It is our choice to participate in God’s will, and we’re invited to boldly say yes. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 03-25-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41527565

Don't Dismiss It Because It's Simple 03/09/2026

Don't Dismiss It Because It's Simple Monday of the Third Week of Lent. Father Dave focuses on the story of Naaman and considers how Jesus sometimes offers basic solutions. While we look for God in big signs and wonders, we are reminded not to overlook simple examples of the Lord’s presence. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 03-09-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41527535

Go Deeper This Lent 03/08/2026

Go Deeper This Lent Third Sunday of Lent. Father Dave reflects on today’s Gospel story of the woman at the well. As catechumens and candidates prepare to enter the Church this Easter, we are also invited and challenged to go deeper in our relationship with God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 03-08-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/41527495

You Are the Traffic 03/06/2026

You Are the Traffic Monday of the Second Week of Lent. Father Dave notes how when someone complains about being in traffic, they are ironically part of the problem as one of the cars. He calls us to remember that we all need God's mercy this Lent, instead of judging others. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 03-02-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40339460

Can You Blame Peter? 03/05/2026

Can You Blame Peter? Second Sunday of Lent. Father Dave reflects on today’s Gospel story about the Transfiguration, and how we can identify with Peter’s desire to stay on the mountaintop. God offers glimpses of the kingdom of heaven to help strengthen us for our difficult work as Christians. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 03-01-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40322115

Create in Me a Clean Heart 02/18/2026

Create in Me a Clean Heart Ash Wednesday. Father Dave compares Lent to a time in his childhood when his mom would tidy up before a house cleaner would occasionally visit. We are to do our part this penitential season, but then let God create a clean heart in us. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles, CA on 02-18-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40339445

Double Down For Lent 02/15/2026

Double Down For Lent Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave explains today’s Gospels through the film “The Matrix.” It is our choice to follow Christ or not, and we are challenged to deepen our commitment to our faith as we approach Lent. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles, CA on 02-15-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40339410

Some Seem to Have it All 02/12/2026

Some Seem to Have it All Wednesday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on Solomon in today’s readings, as well as those with money and power in our modern world. He reminds us to focus on the purity of our own hearts rather than seeking external validation. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 02-11-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40337940

Visualize Being Salt and Light 02/09/2026

Visualize Being Salt and Light Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. On this Super Bowl Sunday, Father Dave borrows a sports technique of visualizing a successful game. We are to actively live into our identities as salt of the earth and light of the world. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 02-08-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40337900

Food Noise 01/29/2026

Food Noise Memorial of Saint Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor of the Church. Father Dave talks about medications that suppress appetite and even thoughts of food. We strive to block out worldly distractions to hear and receive the word of God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 01-28-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40337870

We Are Witnesses 01/19/2026

We Are Witnesses Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses the account of the Baptism of the Lord from John’s Gospel. Like John the Baptist, we are to share how we witness Christ’s presence in our lives. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 01-18-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40336150

Ordinary Time To-Do List 01/13/2026

Ordinary Time To-Do List Monday of the First Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave shares his reliance on to-do lists to get things done. We are challenged to start bringing about the kingdom of God in concrete ways as we enter Ordinary Time. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 01-12-26 /episode/index/show/fatherdave/id/40336075

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