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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.

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Follow the Spirit

2026/10/15

Wednesday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on Saint Paul's challenge to live in the Holy Spirit. God gives us fruits of the Holy Spirit, but we also need to act on those blessings and bring forth change in the world. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 10-14-26

No Longer Slaves

2026/10/13

Monday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave focuses on Saint Paul's use of the word "slavery" in today's readings. He challenges us not to be trapped by our sins and bad habits. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 10-12-26

Pilgrims Sent Forth

2026/10/03

Memorial of the Guardian Angels. On the final day of pilgrimage, Father Dave reminds the pilgrims not to take their journey for granted. Our spiritual "mountaintop moments" and God's gifts of grace are to be shared with our local communities. Preached at Chapel of St. Joseph, Lourdes, France on 10-02-26

Homily: Humbly Dig in the Dirt

2026/10/02

Memorial of Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus. Father Dave shares his emotions while preaching in Lourdes. He reflects on how we all need God to heal something in our lives, and challenges us to become humble before the Lord. Preached at The Crypt of the Basilica of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, Lourdes, France on 10-01-26

Protector, Announcer, Healer

2026/09/30

Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, Archangels. While preaching in Paris, Father Dave highlights the attributes of the Archangels in today's feast. Like the Archangels, we are called to bring healing, protection, and the word of God to all we meet. Preached at Basilique du Sacré-Coeur de Montmartre, Paris, France on 09-29-26

Redefining Greatness With Saint Thérèse

2026/09/29

Monday of the Twenty-sixth Week in Ordinary Time. While on pilgrimage in France, Father Dave reflects on how Saint Thérèse of Lisieux defies our expectations of greatness. He inspires us to start becoming saints now and trust in what God can do through us. Preached at Basilica of Sainte-Thérèse of Lisieux, Lisieux, France 09-28-26

Walk the Pilgrim Path

2026/09/28

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. As Father Dave begins a pilgrimage in France, he reflects on how pilgrims are active in their faith. He challenges us to be Christ for one another and to put our egos aside to serve others. Preached at Our Lady of Victories, Trouville-Sur-Mer, France on 09-27-26

Came to Call Sinners

2026/09/22

Feast of Saint Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist. Father Dave reflects on Saint Matthew's unique call as told in today's Gospel. Despite our flaws and sins, God uses each of us to help build up the kingdom. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 09-21-26

Seven Sorrows of Our Lady

2026/09/15

Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows. Father Dave preaches about today's Marian feast day and the hardships our Blessed Mother faced. Just as he did with Mary, God walks with us through our suffering and transforms it into redemptive love. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 09-15-26

Studying Scripture: Examining the Gospels With Meg Hunter-Kilmer

2026/09/15

Father Dave welcomes back friend of the show and Scripture-lover Meg Hunter-Kilmer to help us encounter Jesus more tangibly in the Gospels. Meg is a campus minister at The University of Notre Dame and her latest book is called "Eyes Fixed on Jesus, Volume 2: A Journey into the Gospels."

Teacher's Pet All-In

2026/09/13

Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave muses on Peter as the "teacher's pet" in today's Gospel about forgiveness. We are challenged to give without counting the costs and go "all-in" for the Lord. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 09-13-26

Peter's Job Interview

2026/08/25

Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave compares today's Gospel to a job interview. Just as Jesus challenged Peter, God challenges us to identify who Christ is in our lives this week. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 08-23-26

Come and See God Working in Your Life

2026/08/24

Feast of Saint Bartholomew, Apostle. Father Dave recalls a moment where God affirmed his presence. He invites us to seek God and attempt to recognize him in unlikely places and people. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 08-24-26

Ezekiel, Do You Believe?

2026/08/21

Memorial of Saint Pius X, Pope. Father Dave reflects on today's first reading and the power of God. We are to trust in the Lord and lead others to him, even when it seems impossible. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 08-21-26

Saint Lawrence's Treasure

2026/08/10

Feast of Saint Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr. Father Dave asks us to think about what things we treasure. Saint Lawrence reminds us to keep perspective about the concerns of this world and what will matter in heaven. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 08-10-26

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K Katona 2012/04/26

Amazing

Thanks so much!!

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Johny-P 2011/01/22

Fr. Dave's perspective is refreshing

Thank-you Fr. Dave for providing an uplifting homily of our readings. Short and sweet, thought provoking and inspirational. This will become one on ...

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Kate Ramunni 2010/10/18

The best!

It's really true - Fr. Dave IS amazing! His homilies are the best. The Church needs many, many more Fr. Daves - then any of its problems would disapea...

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Budman27 2008/07/08

An outstanding priest with much knowledge to share with others.

Father Dave, Excellent podcast. Thank you for sharing your homilies with a world audience. Your words touch my heart, mind and soul. I feel as if ...

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bigprojects 2007/03/07

Simply Refreshing

Father Dave provides Catholics a new refreshing take on the scripture. Something that we can all listen, appreciate and apply to our daily (current) l...

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