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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!

Coronavirus pandemic -- answering your questions of faith.

Fr. Dave answers your questions of fai

Fr. Dave answers your questions of faith Here's what we answered: 2:47 >> My neighbors celebrate something called "Little Christmas." What is the significance of that day and how does it differ from December 25? 6:31 >> Does the Christmas season end with Epiphany or with the Baptism of the Lord? 10:29 >> Jesus is baptized much later after being born, so why do we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord so soon after the Nativity? 15:21 >> Father Dave, may I ask if New Year’s Day was a holy day of obligation? I don’t remember if it was or not...bad on my part, sorry. 17:25 >> Why do Catholics believe in only ONE baptism?.. I see other denominations doing multiple baptisms? 22:17 >> I just watched the movie ‘The Two Popes’. How do you feel about how each Pope was portrayed? 23:45 >> I’m curious… My parish has recently had a lot of visiting priests, and a couple of them reversed "brothers and sisters" to "sisters and brothers"... do they have the option to do that? 28:57 >> Happy New Year! We have a busted rosary … that can't be fixed. What do we do with it? Burn? Bury? Take it to church? I've seen all these answers but wanted some fatherly advice before we do anything.

Giving Tuesday 2019 at BH HQ

Fr. Dave and Jen answer your Advent questions!

Fr. Dave and Jen answer your Advent questions! Here's what we answered: 4:04 >> Will you be doing the InstaAdvent Challenge on social media this year? 5:44 >> With the new Mary feast of Loreto on the 10th Of December, my CCE students ask... Why are there so many feasts with Mary during December yet we celebrate Jesus only on Christmas Day? 13:10 >> What does Gaudete mean? Why do we celebrate the third Sunday of Advent differently from the other Sundays of Advent? 17:00 >> What does the word "Advent" mean and why do we use it to define the liturgical season? 19:12 >> What's your favorite Advent tradition? 21: 52 >> What is the significance of John the Baptist during Advent? 24:40 >> Is there a “right time” to decorate for Christmas or put up a Christmas tree? 30:36 >> I always set out with the best of intentions to have a reflective Advent, and then inevitably get caught up with the chaos of the season. How can I better embrace this season of spiritual growth?

Fr. Dave and Jen answer your questions of faith, LIVE!

Fr. Dave and Jen answer your questions of faith, LIVE! Here's what we answered: 3:50 >> I teach in a Catholic school and I am wondering where the church stands on the day of the dead. 11:45 >> Father Dave, how does one know if God is calling them to Religious life? I fear I may be too old at 33 to join a religious community but I long for that beautiful relationship with Christ that all Religious have. With both Christ and the world! 18:50 >> Hi! Father Dave, when should you go from kneeling to sitting after receiving Communion? Everyone does something different. 24:23 >> Does a potential candidate for becoming a Pope have to know the Italian language? 28:40 >> When did we start having Mass everyday? 30:43 >> Why do Catholics celebrate All Souls Day? Shouldn’t we always be praying for the dead and remembering those who have passed? 32:02 >> Does it matter what hand you use to make the sign of the cross. Also does it mater if you make the sign left to right. Or right to left.

Fr. Dave answers your kids' questions - Part 2!

Fr. Dave answers your kids' questions - Part 2! Here's what we answered: 3:43 >> Why do people kneel when they pray? - Helen, 8 9:13 >> What does God look like? - Ian, 5 12:49 >> My kids asked me this morning: “did Mary know she was going into Heaven when she was assumed?” Also “How old was Mary when she was assumed into Heaven?” 16:33 >> My 11-year-old son Gabriel is an altar server and wonders why is the host placed on the alter table before the wine? 20:10 >> My 8-year-old wants to know why we have a tabernacle in the church. 30:15 >> My son Joe, age 7 from NJ, wants to know if his Nana is a Saint now that she is in heaven with Jesus?

Fr. Dave answers your KIDS' questions! Happy Summer!

Fr. Dave answers your KIDS' questions! Happy Summer! Here's what we answered: 2:16 >> Will I be able to drink from the cup at my first communion? 2:30 >> While teaching a lesson the Eucharist, one of my sixth graders asked, “If we've been doing this for 2000 years, how is there any of Jesus' body left?” 8:00 >> Why does the priest only put holy water in the main chalice and not in the chalices for the people? 11:05 >> What did Mary and Joseph do with the gifts from the Magi? 12:45 >> Does Jesus have any brothers or sisters? 18:20 >> I teach 6th grade Religious Ed; it has been asked several times what happened to Joseph he's only mentioned a few times and not after the time they all went to temple. 22:03 >> What did Jesus do as a kid? 24:56 >> Will my pet dog, Subwoofer, be with me in heaven? Sidenote: yes, that is the name of the dog 28:35 >> My mom wants me to become an altar server. What do altar servers do?

Son of Cloud on The Busted Halo Show

Fr. Dave’s entry into Reynolds Wrap summer competition for a $5k/week job as a BBQ taster.

"Can I receive Communion twice in one day?" Fr. Dave answers a fan's question in this snippet from our last Facebook Live video! Did you miss our last video on the Sacraments? Watch in full here: https://www.facebook.com/bustedhalo/videos/350539802324161/

Fr. Dave & Jen answer your questions about the Sacraments - Part 2!

Fr. Dave & Jen answer your questions of faith about the Sacraments! Here's what we answered: 2:56 >> Does a priest have to be a deacon first? 8: 18 >> Can a person who has already passed away receive the sacrament of the sick? 11: 09 >> Can I take communion twice in one day? 16:07 >> Is there a "standard" wine used for the sacrament of the Eucharist? 19:40 >> What happens if a baby is stillborn? Can that baby be baptized? 20:50 >> I found out that the priest who Baptised my daughter has been accused of abuse. What does that mean for the Sacrament? Is it still valid? 26:52 >> I’m United Methodist and was asked to be a godparent for my cousin’s daughter (who is Catholic). Can I say yes? Is that allowed by the Catholic Church? 29:42 >> I’m invited to two baptisms and a confirmation this summer. Do you have any gift suggestions?

Fr. Dave & Jen answer your seasonal questions about the sacraments.

Fr. Dave & Jen answer your seasonal questions about the sacraments. Here's what we answered: 2:08 >> Are there specific time frames when certain Sacraments can be given? (Like a First Communion only in April or May?) 9:12 >> I read that during the Bulgaria trip this weekend, Pope Francis was presiding at a first communion, and he dipped the host in the wine...? I've never seen that done, is it a special first communion thing? 18:46 >> What happens when a person receives the Body of Christ who isn't Catholic? 21:58 >> Why does the age of a young person’s Confirmation change so much from place to place? 29:08 >> What advice can you give someone who’s scared of Confession? I haven’t gone in several years after a bad experience. 37:54 >> Is a Catholic wedding always a Mass?

Trust Fall

Father Dave preached about trust today, so Brett and Christina exercised trust by doing a trust fall on the air!

The Laundromat

Check out this new short film from the Paulist Fathers (the order of Catholic priests behind Busted Halo) that will hopefully be a conversation-starter about the commonalities between people of different faith traditions!

Fr. Dave & Jen answer your questions about Holy Week

Fr. Dave & Jen answer your questions about Holy Week! Here's what we answered: 4:00 When does Lent technically end? 8:54 Can you tell us about the Chrism Mass? Is that an invitation-only liturgy? 17:13 Why do we have the same similar (long)Gospel readings on Palm Sunday and Good Friday?

Your Ash Wednesday questions answered by Fr. Dave & Jen

Your questions about Ash Wednesday and Lent answered by Fr. Dave & Jen! Here's what we answered: 3:45 >> Why is there no “official” response upon receiving ashes? Or is there one? 8:06 >> I saw “Ashes on the Go” at the Episcopal Church and Deacons were on the street corners distributing ashes. Is this OK for Catholics to receive? 12:22 >> What's the difference between fast and abstinence days (today, Good Friday) and Fridays during lent? 21:54 >> Why are Sundays during Lent “free days”? 29:06 >> Other than giving something up for Lent, do you have any new suggestions! Struggling with what to do this year.

Fr Dave and Jen answer your questions of faith.

Fr Dave and Jen answer your questions of faith. Here's what we answered: 1:24 >> I have a relative who was raised Catholic, has baptized their kids Catholic, but has since decided to raise their children in a Christian but non-Catholic way. Is there a proper way to try to steer them back to Catholicism, or are things better left alone for now until the kids become adults? 6:16 >> I was reading about cardinal McCarrick being dismissed from the priesthood. Can you explain what it means to be laicized 15:12 >> Is McCarrick to first Cardinal to be laicized? 15:24 >> I feel like there’s nothing but terrible news about our Church happening lately. I’m losing faith in our leadership. What would you say to someone who feels like their faith is slipping away? 22:56 >> A friend who is not Catholic attends Mass with me. So I have to respectfully tell them that it is not acceptable for them to receive the Eucharist. Thoughts as to how to say this? 29:54 >> I want to get creative with my Lenten practices this year. Any suggestions?

Fr. Dave answers your faith questions in 2019

Fr. Dave answers your faith questions in 2019! Here's what he answered: 2:17 >> My brother just asked me to be the godparent to his new baby. I’ve never been a godparent before, and I want to be a good one! Any advice? 10:03 >> How do you forgive oneself of past sins, that have been forgiven. Our Pastor says don't live in the past. It's hard not to. 18:48 >> There are so many different versions of the Bible; which version is recommended for Catholics? I have a few and have noticed different phrasings and word choices for the same verse. 31:29 >> I pray to God often that he might lead me to my future wife. With Valentine’s day coming up, I’m feeling particularly down. What advice do you have Fr. Dave?

Fr. Dave answers your questions about Christmas! Here's what we answered: 2:41 >> I thought the Christmas liturgical season lasted 12 days (like the song!) But this year’s is longer. Why? 17:26 >> When should the church decorate for Christmas? At the end of Advent? Amy restrictions? 21:55 >> Can you tell something about the O-antiphons? Why are they so special? 25:15 >> We’ve had a few family members pass away over the last year, so Christmas is going to be pretty tough this year. Do you have any advice for celebrating while grieving? 35:16 >> Father Dave, what’s your favorite Christmas tradition?

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Fr. Dave answers your questions about gratitude - it's almost Thanksgiving!

Fr. Dave answers your questions about all things gratitude - it's almost Thanksgiving! Here's what we answered: 2: 15 >> I’m looking for a way to give back with my family this season. What are some opportunities that young kids might be able to appreciate? 5:55 >> Do you have a favorite prayer of thanksgiving? - Louisa 15:00 >> What's the best way to dodge all the political questions that might come up at Thanksgiving meals with friends? 19: 30 >> When we say the standard Grace before meals is there something more we can add to make it special since we may only see each other once a year (out of towners) 23: 18 >> Wildfires… shootings… Church scandals… with everything going on in our world right now, I’m finding it a little harder to be grateful this Thanksgiving. Do you have any advice? 27:52 >> Father Dave, since you’re part of a religious order, are you required to spend Thanksgiving with your brother priests? 30:30 >> What are the best ways to practice gratitude all year long?

Fr. Dave answering your questions about the Church

Fr. Dave answers your questions about the Church and the sexual abuse scandal. What we answered: 4:26 >> I am a cradle Catholic and am struggling right now with this situation in the Church. I can't bring myself to attend Mass or confession. What now? 19:20 >> Can the church point to any improvements in recent years to prevent/deal with abuse? 33:38 >> Why aren't the guilty excommunicated?

Fr. Dave is answering all your questions of faith about prayer!

Fr. Dave is answering all your questions of faith about prayer! Here's what we answered: 2:59 >> Is there a “right way” to pray? 9:16 >> With personal struggles, family illnesses/needs, disasters in wider society, it seems like there’s no shortage of things that need prayer. Is it a cop-out to just lift everyone in need up to God or should I pray more specifically? 16:56 >> Can we ask for intercessions from someone who is “Blessed” and not a Saint yet? 23:21 >> Why are there different Eucharistic Prayers at mass? 29:38 >> Father Dave, do you have a favorite prayer or way to pray? 31:29 >> How do I keep my mind from wandering to other things while praying?

It's a free-for-all on your questions of faith! Fr. dave will answer them LIVE!

It's a free-for-all on your questions of faith! Fr. Dave will answer them LIVE! Here's what we answered: 2:01 >> My parish hosts an annual outdoor Mass each summer. I didn’t think Catholics were allowed to celebrate Mass outdoors. Can you explain? 6:27 >> Can a priest be a godfather? 10:38 >> I heard about an abuse allegation today about an American cardinal. Can you tell us what’s going on? 27:33 >> My son is having surgery. Should he have a blessing of the sick? 30:30 >> Do you have any advice on how to forgive people who won’t admit they have done anything wrong and will never say “I’m sorry”? 36:42 >> Is there a proper way to dispose of the “old” holy water? /Is there a proper way to dispose of prayer cards? 41:08 >> I recently attended a wedding where a fellow guest reprimanded me for crossing my legs in church. I grew up in a Catholic household and I have never been told that was not supposed to be done it church. Thoughts? 43:30 >> My 21 year old son is in college and has stopped attending mass. I do not want to “force” his attendance while he is home. Any ideas how I can persuade him to go again, not only while he is here, but also while he is away at school?

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It's (almost) summertime! Fr. Dave and Jen answer your questions of faith!

It's (almost) summertime! Fr. Dave and Jen answer your questions of faith! Here's what we answered! 4:22 >> Is it OK if I skip Mass on vacation? 7:55 >> Our priest doesn't have any "rule" against people wearing shorts to Mass. But is there a fine line to how SHORT the shorts can be before it's considered "inappropriate"? Shouldn't we show respect for the Lord's House? 13:28 >> I have two young children. What's the best way to introduce them to the idea of a pilgrimage without spending thousands to travel the globe? 19:20 >> I think who leave mass right after receiving Holy Communion or before the final hymn are disrespectful; however, that is between that person & God. Am I being too petty? How should I cope? 26:20 >> My son is getting married this summer. We’re thrilled for him but disappointed he didn’t want to get married in the Church. How can we encourage him and his bride-to-be to know the Catholic Church can be home for them? 29:29 >> I have a few weddings and a baptism to attend this summer…Do you have any gift suggestions? 20:31 >> Is it appropriate to give our priest a gift on Father’s Day? 31:34 >> Does the pope get two weeks of vacation? 33:54 >> My kids are out of school and home for the summer — Help! Do you have any suggestions or sources for activities that will help them learn more about their faith?

Sacrament Questions, anyone? Fr. Dave will answer... LIVE!

Father Dave answers your questions of faith about the Sacraments! Here's what we answered: 3:26 >> What are the requirements for Godparents? Do they have to have all their sacraments? 10: 30 >> Can you remove or replace godparents? 12:05 >> Does Conformandi have to have a sponsor? 17:04 >> If a baby is baptized in a hospital setting, do they need to be baptized again in a church? 22:47 >> My son is getting married and the bride hasn’t completed Holy Communion or Confirmation. Can they still get married in the Church and can Holy Communion be served during Mass? 26:50 >> I’m engaged -- in addition to pre-Cana, what are some ways that you suggest my fiance and I can spiritually prepare for marriage? 32:14>> How can I celebrate a friend who’s going to be ordained this year? What gift do you give a new priest? 38:34 >> Father Dave, do you have a favorite Sacrament to celebrate?

Fr. Dave answers your Holy Week questions

It's Holy Week! So here we are answering your questions of faith about Holy Week and Easter! Here's what we answerd: 3:00 >> What does the Triduum mean - and is it a synonym for Holy Week? 16:06 >> Would it still be okay for my kids (who are not always the quietest) to stay with me for a bit of adoration after Holy Thursday Mass? 18:16 >> Why do Catholics venerate the Cross on Good Friday? 25:32 >> Is there a reason not to have the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday? 31:19 >> Why is Easter celebrated on different dates each year? 35:14 >> As a priest, what’s the most powerful part of Holy Week for you, Father Dave?

It's Ash Wednesday!

It’s Ash Wednesday! What are you giving up for Lent?

Fr. Dave answering your questions about LENT

Father Dave answers your questions of faith about LENT! Here's what we answered: 1:47 >> What are Father Dave and Jen doing for Lent? Plus, a conversation on why we give something up or take something on during the Lenten season. 8:44 >> Why isn’t Ash Wednesday a holy day of obligation? 10:50 >> If I’m not Catholic, is it okay to get ashes in a Catholic Church? 13:15 >> Can you explain fasting on Ash Wednesday? And what’s the difference between fasting and abstaining? 19:06 >> Will Pope Francis (or the Vatican) ever go back to asking Catholics to abstain from meat on Fridays year-round? 21:52 >> Is Lent really 40 days? I’ve added them up and come up with different numbers… 25:30 >> Can I take Sundays off from my Lenten sacrifice? 29:28 >> Aside from giving something up or taking something on, do you have any new suggestions for what to do for Lent this year?

Fr. Dave Dwyer answers your questions of faith... right now!

Fr. Dave Dwyer answers your questions of faith... right now! Here's what we answered! 2:10 >> What is the difference between transubstantiation and consecration? 6:44 >> I know we are supposed to not eat any solid food an hour before receiving the Body and Blood. Let's say Mass begins at 5:00 pm. Does a person stop eating any meals at 4:00 pm? OR...assuming the Eucharist is distributed approximately 30 minutes into the Mass, at 4:30 pm? 9:52 >> Can you explain the principle of "papal infallibility"? 17:00 >> I’m seeing more and more women wearing veils for Mass. What is the church teaching related to it? 22:25 >> Why do we call Cardinal Dolan "Timothy Cardinal Dolan" instead of "Cardinal Timothy Dolan". I know that is the proper way to address a cardinal, but where did that originate? 27:50 >> Ash Wednesday is February 14th this year, so, how do you celebrate a meaningful Valentine's Day on Ash Wednesday with all of the repentance, fasting, ashes, etc., that really aren't all that romantic? 33: 15 >> My son is 17, about to leave for college, and questioning his faith. What would your steps be to make the faith more real to him?

Fr. Dave answers your Christmas questions

Fr. Dave and Jen answer your questions about Christmastime. Ho ho ho! Ask your questions below! 1:54 >> Do we have to go to Mass twice on Christmas Eve? 6:13 >> The last days of Advent feel like such a blur. Any advice for staying calm and centered in the crazy lead up to Christmas? 9:39 >> When did Joseph and Mary get married? 23:50 >> There always seem to be a lot of opinions on whether or not to have the baby Jesus in the nativity scene before Christmas. Is there a “right” answer, according to the Church? 26:36 >> I went to confession and I forgot one of my sins. Is that a sin and should I go again this weekend? 29:14 >> Why is the “Epiphany” called the epiphany? Why not just “Three Kings Day”? 33:06 >>Father Dave, What is your favorite Christmas carol? Have a blessed and Merry Christmas, everyone! We’ll see you back on Facebook Live in the New Year!