Answering your question about Mary, our Blessed Mother
Answering your question about Mary, our Blessed Mother
2:20: What is the difference between the Dormition and the Assumption?
24:00: Father Dave… can you tell us about the Marian apparition in Wisconsin?
36:50: Was Mary a widow at the time of the crucifixion?
44:21: What do you say when a noncatholic is continually harassing you for praying the rosary?
Fr. Dave answers your August questions of faith!
Fr. Dave answers your August questions of faith! Here's what we answered:
How is the decision made to close a church? My parish has been struggling, and I don't see our current priest being able to change it or make it grow.
My husband/father of my children is not Catholic but we all are. He attends church and supports us all. What can be said when my children ask what will happen to their dad when he dies if he’s not Catholic?
If a parent baptized a baby with water because of virus and was fearful something would happen to baby & now wants to have a Church baptism, can they?
We live in an archdiocese in which we are able to attend mass, thankfully! However, the archbishop continues the dispensation to allow people to watch mass at home if needed. This past Sunday my husband was sick and since we have 4 young kids and we need all hands on deck at mass, we stayed home and watched on tv. However, since I was not sick, does this meet my Sunday obligation or do I need to go to confession before I receive communion again. Feels like this is a grey area and I don’t want to receive communion if I shouldn’t be.
Please explain the Act of Spiritual Communion prayer. I am attending Sunday mass, in person, at my local parish. I also listen to the daily mass on the radio on my way to work. Is it still appropriate to say this prayer ?
Fr. Dave answers your questions of faith
Fr. Dave answers your questions of faith
3:21: Why are we forced to give up meat or do penance on Fridays all year? What if we don't believe in being forced to give up meat?
16:47 How do we know if purgatory is actually real? I’d love to understand indulgences better. I’ve read what the catechism says and I think I understand but I’m not quite sure. -- Kara
34:14: Can I receive Last Rites if I am not a Catholic or if I am a Catholic not in good standing with the Church?
36:40: My Mom just entered hospice. She has Alzheimer’s. How will she be able to have her sins forgiven when she does not understand communion and other sacramental things?I am praying that God will just embrace her.
40:32: How do you pray during these terrible times to keep your faith?
Fr. Dave answering your questions of faith
Fr. Dave answering your questions of faith
2:40 I have a niece who asks me if God gives you a second chance after you die
13:33: When I was young, I was taught that when the Blessed Sacrament is exposed, you should kneel (genuflect) on both knees rather than one. I don’t see people doing that anymore. Shouldn’t we continue this?
18:03: If a person goes to confession and the priest doesn’t speak the same language, can the priest still hear their confession and give valid absolution? - Paul
21:48: I have always wondered why the Catholic church has not considered giving the blood of Christ (wine) in individual cups rather than drinking from the chalice? i have seen other denominations use individual cups which would be more sanitary especially after covid times!
26:51: To which saint should we pray to if we are trying to lose weight? Asking for a friend…
32:54: An easy question for Fr. Dave probably only needs short answers (if possible). (2) How are bishops selected? We've had a few bishops ordained here in the Baltimore area the last couple years...some local priests...some from other areas of the country?
42:17: What happens when a priest leaves the church and then marries? Can he marry in the church?
Fr. Dave answers your Questions of Faith!
Fr. Dave answers your Questions of Faith!
3:23: If one goes to a graveyard, do they have to get out of their vehicle to honor the one they came to visit? Can they stay in the car and say a prayer/rosary? I honestly don't know what to do at a graveyard. I read about praying for the souls in purgatory and a novena for them. Could you direct me in the right direction to learn more about praying for souls in purgatory?
11:41: I have been a Eucharistic Minister at my church. That procedure I understand well. I have been asked to bring the Eucharist to some people in my neighborhood who cannot attend Mass. Without having yet talked with my deacon directly, is there a prescribed procedure or way of doing this?
23:10: The Busted Halo Show has been talking about Saint Maria Goretti this week and forgiveness. How many times do we have to forgive a loved one who has hurt us countless times? And how do we keep forgiving?
34:15: What do they mean in the Old Testament when they refer to the Lord of Hosts?
37:01: Is anointing of the sick the same as last rights?
44:30: With the country so divided over so much, what are your tips on how to not get agitated over the whole "mask thing"? And, post Covid will we go back to all the usual practices- wine, holy water, handshakes/sign of peace, etc?
Fr. Dave answers your questions of Faith - 4th of July style!
Fr. Dave answers your questions of Faith - 4th of July style!
4:14: Is the Catholic Bible a different interpretation from a Protestant Bible? I know we have more books but I mean the actual wording? Does the meaning change?
25:17: Random acts of kindness - are they really random? Or are they just God’s way to remind us that we always have the ability to change someone's day for the better?
32:11: I watched Bishop Sweeney be installed in Paterson Diocese yesterday and there was a part in which it looked like they were holding an open Book of Gospels over his head (he was kneeling) while saying a prayer. What is the significance of that?
36:09: Can you address Bishop Barron’s new Bible? Is that a new interpretation?
43:30: I remember being in church in the 70’s and receiving General Absolution, but never since then. Is General Absolution a thing of the past?
Fr. Dave Dwyer , CSP, Homily for Sunday, June 28, 2020
Fr. Dave's homily from this past Sunday plays on the popular hashtag #WeAreNotDoneDying
Friend of Busted Halo, Kathryn Whitaker, will have a one-hour radio special tomorrow from 2-3pm Central time on SiriusXM ch. 129.
Answering your Questions of Faith!
Answering your Questions of Faith!
Here's what we answered:
5:21: Is it okay for Catholics to kneel in protest or is kneeling better reserved just for worship purposes?
5:23: How can I help a Catholic friend who is struggling in her faith? She feels the Church's emphasis on "rules" is holding her back from a more personal, intimate relationship with Christ. She says it seems like our church is focused on following man-made rules, and not focused on following the teachings of Jesus.
33:05: Can my granddaughter be baptized? Her parents are both Catholic but are not married or together. We have been told no by several parishes. Is there anything I can do to get her baptized?
Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP - Homily for 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, June 21, 2020
Fr. Dave's homily from this past Sunday touches on Juneteenth and the challenge to be prophetic in the way we raise our voices.
Fr. Dave answers your summer questions of faith!
Fr. Dave answers your summer questions of faith!
6:21 Cradle Catholic here. I have more doubt than I do faith. I want to have more faith, but 40 years and I haven’t been able to increase my faith much. What do I do to have no doubt that God is real and get rid of all my doubt?
25:42: Do you have any words of wisdom on picking a patron saint for confirmation? (Converting adult here) Also, can you explain the importance of this?
36:29: Does the sacrament of reconciliation forgive those sins that we have committed, but cannot recall to confess?
40:21: Each of us believe many things that aren’t factual/ correct. When our defects are purged (if we are graced to go to Purgatory) are all of those things cleared up for us?
Fr. Dave's Homily: What if others are still awaiting fulfillment?
Fr. Dave answers your questions of faith!
Fr. Dave answers your questions of faith!
3:22: Is it ok to watch and listen to Mass while I'm doing things like making dinner for my family? For me, creating a meal and listening to God's word at the same time has been the best part of Sheltering at Home! I'm feeding my family while feeding my soul!
17:54: My church is having services but my doctor has advised against going and I’m actually afraid to go out in large groups of people. Am I right to stay home for a while longer?
20:34: How do I deal with this feeling of disconnectedness with my parish. I am a very involved parishioner and am very disappointed with the lack of contact between my parish and members. Seems other parishes have more going on. Feeling empty and lost as a result.
31:44: Why do people bow to the altar when the Tabernacle is right behind it, in the same room not behind a glass wall? Since you can't always see the Tabernacle, like the one in the wall, which I didn't even know was there for years, is it a sin, or disrespectful to not genuflect when you pass a Tabernacle?
questions of faith!
questions of faith!
6:01: No one wants anyone to die, but I feel like we are now living a life of fear. It seems to me closing our churches is not living a full life and a life of fear. I know we must protect our vulnerable, but I feel God gave us life to live and closing churches seems to be fear. Am I being uncharitable with this assessment?
25:29: Why do we have to pray to the Father to "deliver us not into temptation "
34:17: Why is the wording of the Response in the Responsorial Psalm often different from the wording in the Psalm itself?
My homily from yesterday, Pentecost Sunday... during this very divided time in our country, we need the unity of the Holy Spirit "now more than ever."
Mass of Thanksgiving
Father Dave Dwyer, CSP, Celebrant
Fr. Dave answering your questions of faith!
Fr. Dave answering your questions of faith!
6:41: Why is Pentecost called Pentecost?
29:40: Why are there only seven gifts of the Holy Spirit? I feel like the Holy Spirit has given me more than seven things.
46:46: Can you explain what the priests wear?
Fr. Dave 20th Anniversary!
Fr. Dave 20th Anniversary!
Busted Halo Reads Mean(ingful) Tweets
Our team surprised Father Dave for his 20th anniversary by reading some #MeaningfulTweets from all of you! Thank you, Father Dave, and congrats! We look forward to the next 20 years.
Questions of Faith w/ Fr. Dave
Questions of Faith w/ Fr. Dave
2:50: Why is the Ascension celebrated today in some places, and Sunday in others. Why isn’t it the same everywhere?
24:52: If the Holy Spirit came down to be our advocate at Pentecost, and to be with us always, does that mean He “wasn’t around” during Old Testament times? Would He not have been a helper to the prophets and faithful of those times?
35:59: Why do we say “on the 3rd day, Christ rose AGAIN” in the Creed? When did He rise the first time?
Questions about Mary - Part 2
Answering your questions of faith about Mary!
4:43: Why do we have so many different titles for Mary?
17:29: Why is Mary known as queen of heaven? - Derek
28:58: My daughter’s Catholic school had a “May Crowning” ceremony. I’ve never seen this done before. Can you explain what it is and how it started?
34:34: My 6 year old son, attends Annunciation Catholic School in D.C. He wants to know: What is the Annunciation?
41:27: When thinking about the history of the church, when did the church first start to venerate Mary?
45:53: Can people still go to Heaven without asking Mary to intervene?
Marian Questions of Faith
Fr. Dave answers your questions about our Blessed Mother!
4:30: I've wondered just how much Mary knew about Jesus' mission on Earth. Did she know he would have to die? I can't even imagine raising a child with the knowledge that he would eventually suffer and die.
17:50: Could you explain the Assumption?
26:10: I’ve always wondered what others (non-Catholics) think about Marian apparitions. & It seems that Marian appearances far outnumber any other saintly apparitions, even of our Lord himself. Do you, or does the Church, have any opinions or ideas why this would be the case? Why does Mary seem to be the Lord’s go-to representative to His people?
Fr. Dave answers your kids' questions -- again!
Fr. Dave answers your kids' questions -- again!
3:25: How can anyone depict what Jesus looked like, or what anything in Jesus’ time looked like?
40:24: Why does there have to be two or more of you together to ask God for something?
49:50: Why can’t I take Communion at 6 years old?
59:34: What can we do to replace communion during this time since we can’t go to church?
Fr. Dave answers questions from your kids!
Fr. Dave answers questions from your kids!
4:28: What is heaven like? What will I eat there? What will I do there? Is heaven above the other planets in space or are the planets above heaven?
12:31: How do I know God is hearing my prayers?
22:09: We found a dead mouse in our driveway and buried him. What kind of prayer should we say?
28:12: What is the Holy Trinity?
36:00: My son wants to know if you know of any paying summer internships for a grad student of theology from Yale.
37:34: Why did God give us the Coronavirus? and Why did God put Adam and Eve on Earth even though he knew they would sin?
46:41: When will we be able to go back to church? Because I don’t like that we’re not going to church.
Easter Octave questions!
Easter Octave questions!
6:18: What is an Octave? Why is Easter an Octave?
14:21: (1) When the resurrected Jesus appeared to his chosen followers, they didn’t recognize him. Do you think he didn’t have his same face? (2) Why do you think Jesus’ followers didn’t recognize Him immediately at the tomb, the road to Emmaus, by the shore of the Tiberius while fishing? Is there a deeper spiritual meaning?
24:33: When was Divine Mercy Sunday established? Had we as a church recognized the divine mercy before St. Faustina? Is Divine Mercy Sunday mentioned in the Bible?
40:09: Why is the Easter season 50 days long? Is 50 another symbolic number in the Bible?
47:20: Are priests hearing confessions online?
50:45: Fr. Dave is such an expressive speaker! Part Italian?
Fr. Dave answers your Holy Week questions
Fr. Dave answers your Holy Week questions
2:21: Will Churches still give away palms this year?
6:10: Prayer Request: Prayer request for Michael! He's fighting Covid-19...as of today, he's breathing on his own and Dr is taking him off the ventilator today. Praying for complete healing.
6:56: I love Holy Week for all the rituals and building of the story of our faith. I just can’t see how I can partake in the rituals I love via live streaming. What will the washing of the feet look like? Or the procession and Adoration that takes place on Holy Thursday? And the Passion? My question is how can we embrace these rituals especially those of us who live alone. Live streaming adoration just doesn’t seem real to me - it’s a pretty picture of the Eucharist. I simply can’t imagine how Holy Week services will unfold.
25:10: What would you say to those in RCIA who will be delayed coming into the Church at Easter by the pandemic? I am sure this would be a huge disappointment to have this delayed. As someone who came into the Church as an adult, I know how special Easter Vigil is.
32:51: How old is the washing of the feet tradition?
34:44: Did God send this coronavirus? people need to start being nicer to each other.
41:49: Prayer Request: please pray for me, father -- Kresentia
41:58: Personally I think this Awful situation has gathered us in the world closer to God. I try to be constantly in prayer for the world with this virus. I love all the Masses and all the different priests and theologians that are helping all of us in this situation. Hope it continues even after this -- Lourdes
44:40: Would it be sacrilegious if we encouraged our confirmation students to do washing of the feet at home with their family?
46:57: Hi Father Dave! Will you be presiding on any Holy Week services that will be live streamed?
Busted Halo Show April Fool Quarantine Edition!
Worst April Fool prank ever played on Brett.
Tonight's BH radio show (hour 1, segment 2). Check out Brett's new digs (at yet another beach house!).
Fr. Dave answers your questions of faith during a pandemic
Questions of Faith during a pandemic
3:15: How can we best speak with our elderly parents about taking this more seriously?
9:55: What will those people who lost loved ones do even with this pandemic?
20:37: When administering the anointing of the sick, are there different "formats" for the sacrament? e.g. reconciliation... Can the sacrament be administered remotely?
30:30: Are we going to hell for laughing at Catholic memes?
31:15: How can we go to confession if the Church is closed?
37:58: What’s going to happen for Easter? This Lent very much feels like going “into the desert,” but what do we do when all this continues through what is supposed to be such a joyful time?
BH Radio Show team is quarantined in 3 places!
Team Busted Halo prepares for doing a radio show from 3 different locations -- starting this Tuesday!
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