Busted Halo

Memorial of Saint Josaphat, bishop and martyr. Although we have consistently attempted to calculate and figure out the Kingdom of God and the afterlife throughout history, perhaps we should try to use our skills and gifts of wisdom to be thankful, firm, ...

Shawn Raynond is co-founder of the U.S. Public Service Academy, which calls for the establishment of a public-service-oriented undergraduate school modeled on the U.S. military academies.  A bill before congress earned bi-partisan support this past ...

Thirty- Sunday in Ordinary Time. The story from Scripture of the woman who gave all that she had reminds us that helping others isn’t about simply giving more money, but giving all that you can of yourself. What is important is that you give it ...

Why is the New Testament usage of the term “apostle” so inconsistent? Fr. Dave has a cough, and we’re trying the new iTunes “enhanced” podcast format. Hope it works!

Friday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave uses the story of the crafty steward, the actions of St. Paul, and the words of Pope John Paul II to re-inspire us to continue to evangelize in this new and constantly-evolving world. ...

A listener calls in with what is probably a common question, but one not often easily resolved: How do I get my kids to like church? (Originally aired: 10/15/09)

Thursday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. Jesus reminds us in the Scriptures that yes we are all sinners, but with acknowledgement of that fact and sincere repentance we can enter God’s glory. (Preached on Thursday, November 5th, 2009, ...

Fr. Dave and Brittany answer a question about germs stopping Peace at Mass, and Brittany shares about her recent experience of being sick. Church Search in Maryland and Coming Attractions!

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. We are inspired today by the Scripture story of Bartimaeus, the blind man who ended up showing us the way, to Jesus. (Preached on Sunday, October 25th, 2009, 6:00pm, St. Malachy’s Church, Broadway and 49th, Times ...

Father dave talks with the incredibly talented author, Anne Rice! One of America’s most read and celebrated authors, Anne Rice is known for weaving the visible and supernatural worlds together in epic stories that both entertain and challenge ...

Friday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time. Sometimes it is hard for us to see what is right in front of us. Could be our sunglasses right on top of our head, or could it even be God’s will, but it happens to all of us from time to time. ...

Fr. Dave & Brittany’s first podcast as a duo.

Thursday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time. We are reminded in the readings today that indeed we are all sinners, and that “the wages of sin is death.” However, there is a silver lining to what seems like this darkest cloud: God in ...

Father Dave interPastor Douglas Wilson from the new documentary entitled “Collision” which is based on the book and controversial debate between him and renowned atheist journalist Christopher Hitchens: Is Christianity Good For the World? ...

Fr. Dave Dwyer CSP interFr. Gary Thomas about the book The Rite: The Making of a Modern Exorcist.

Father Dave talks with Vatican-certified, practicing exorcist Father Gary Thomas about what’s true and what’s not about exorcisms and demonic possession, and what this means in terms of our faith life. Father Gary is the subject of the new ...

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave uses an everyday situation to relate to an intriguing part of Scripture where Jesus asks those around him if they are indeed prepared to follow Him. Rest assured that in this particular contract, we ...

Friday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave highlights an analogy that is often used in Scripture, particularly by Jesus: yeast. Be aware of those things that may be negative, yet seem small and unaffecting, as these things may start ...

Thursday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave helps us to realize the concept that we can not earn our way to Heaven from either just faith or good works. Indeed, it is because of our faith that we perform our good deeds, and both our ...