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Fearful and Overjoyed Apr 18, 2016

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Monday in the Octave of Easter. Is it possible to feel fear and joy at the same time? The mixed emotions might seem strange, but imagining the feelings of the women who witnessed Jesus' empty tomb helps us understand. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-28-16.

See Emptiness But Still Believe Apr 13, 2016

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Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of the Lord. Believing without seeing is one of the hardest things asked of us as Christians, yet our belief in the Resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith. A reflection on God's invitation to experience the joy of the Resurrection in our present-day lives. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-27-16.

Why Are We Surprised? Apr 05, 2016

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Monday of Holy Week. In times of suffering, do you ever wonder, "Why me?" Why are we surprised that we suffer? Everybody experiences suffering, but through all of our suffering, Jesus is always there ready to lift us back up. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-21-16.

St. Patrick and Selfies Apr 05, 2016

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Thursday of the Fifth Week of Lent. Obsessed with taking that perfect selfie? We all like to look good in the eyes of our friends and followers on social media. But, like St. Patrick, we should spend less time glorifying ourselves, and more time glorifying God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-17-16.

Marathoners Perseverence Apr 05, 2016

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Tuesday of the Fifth Week of Lent. If you've ever run a marathon, you know the last miles of the race can be the toughest to get through. Lent is like a marathon in many ways, and the final days can feel like the most difficult. An important reminder to keep your eye on the finish line! Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 03-15-16.

Easy To Forget Mar 31, 2016

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Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent. A special homily given for the students of St. Patrick School in Louisville, KY. "What sort of things are easy to forget?" Father Dave gets some amusing answers from the kids, and explains just how easy it is to forget God's involvement in our lives. Preached at St. Patrick Church, Louisville KY on 03-09-16.

Come To Your Senses Mar 28, 2016

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Fourth Sunday of Lent. Have you ever blown off or intentionally forget something because it was convenient and easy for you to do? Have you ever been tempted to give up on something because it seemed hard or required more effort than you might want to put in? If that's the case, then it is time for us to come to our senses and follow God's grace and mercy. Preached at St. Patrick Church,Louisville,KY on 03-06-16

Awe and Desperation Mar 23, 2016

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Monday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time. Have you ever been in awe of the power and presence of God in your life? Or have you been so desperate just to have God in your life that you wish that you can just reach out and touch Him? These feelings of awe and desperation towards God empower us and ultimately connect us to Him. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-08-16.

Wallet,Keys,Phone Mar 23, 2016

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Thursday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time. Ever leave home without your phone, wallet or keys? Jesus asks his disciples and us today to do just that and leave behind our "stuff" and follow Him. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-04-16.

God Writes Straight With Crooked Lines Mar 17, 2016

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Monday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time. Have you ever had the feeling in life that even when things seem to be going down the wrong path that God is actually present and taking you down the right path? Well have no fear because people have felt this way for thousands of years. The good news is that God knows how to write straight with crooked lines.Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City on 02-01-16.

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