of many things . . .Catholic teaching on modern confusions. not for kids.

hopefully helpful to you grandparents out there.

[@jeanw9160]

"Go and sin no more" Thank you Fr. Dave for speaking the truth in love!! We need more clergy like you!! ❤️ God Bless you!!

[@margaretgreatwordsoftrutha3056]

Father Dave I truly love your porch talks and this one is so very needed I pray it change s some lives let people wake up and live the life God intended them to God bless you Father for your knowledge and love

[@annrapij3652]

have a beautiful ❤🌹🙏 blessed week that was beautifully spoken.

[@glorialegare1781]

Yas

[@RoseMaroto]

Thank you & God bless you, Fr Dave! When my son, who didn’t have a good father model, told me when he was about 14 yrs old that he thinks he’s attracted more to men than women, I told him simply that he’s still growing up, his body still in progress with yet ever-changing hormones, to wait & pray to God, Who does not make mistakes. I prayed, trusted in God’s will, encouraged him to date girls & also had male friends. He went to Medical School, married & now has 2 children, praise God 😊🙏🏽❣️ Happiness is just a state of mind, which can be manipulated by what one sees, reads, hears; fed by peers & the media. True happiness can only come from knowing God’s love ❣️

[@JV-ex7gg]

Thank you father Dave you are so right it’s all the media it confuses the kids completely. This is an amazing episode. God bless you father I worry about my grand children they’re still small, but I pray that their parents do a good job raising them and yes, my daughter doesn’t let them watch TV or those electricals Mickey Mouse equipment. I’m not from this generation.God Bless

[@patricianaffin3949]

Fr. Dave, I have never listened to any of your homilies or talks that haven't left imprints on my soul and mind. Thank you, I pray for you every day.

[@deannawalker393]

As a parent of a transgendered child, I appreciate this!! Thank you Father Dave !

[@bearbait7405]

How did I miss this video? Well done. I practiced medicine before my injuries. Spot on, Fr. Dave. Great advice for grandparents, parents, siblings and loved ones. Healthcare providers. Truth in love.

[@joannachaisson2304]

Thank you Father Dave 🙏🤗❤️

[@susieq8924]

Just caught this today…..thank you Father for a healthy loving perspective on a very troubling issue 🙏🏽

[@JV-ex7gg]

Thank you father Dave you’re amazing. I really appreciate your service. God bless you and all those who around you.

[@hilaryflanagan5422]

Fr Dave this world needs more priests like you! God Bless You!!

[@ChrissyGrace2611]

Thank you for this Father Dave! You are definitely chosen by God to spread his good news and gospel to the world! Thank you for all you do especially for those who can’t get out to go to church or have difficulties!!!

[@barbpace-lamb]

Thank you for being you. Praying JMJ

[@realSeanMcMahon]

Thanks for sharing this Fr. Dave!

[@suziegabriel7653]

God Bless you too Father Dave ♥️

[@pooldot]

Your are a gifted speaker. The Lord was speaking to me through you. Thank you for saying 'yes" to the Lord!

[@heydjcurry]

Thank you Father Dave for a great mass as always…God Bless Tim…my prayers are with him and all of you… GOOD GIRL CRAGLY NICE CATCH…

[@kerrywoods5314]

I just love these catch ups Fr Dave, thank you. This topic is a tough one, it is very hard to filter out all these influences we are bombarded with. It must be difficult for those growing up now. I sometimes feel if it wasn't for my faith I would be very overwhelmed by it all. We must remember that raising our kids is a community effort & for Catholics that's raising our children with strong Christian values with the help of our community, the Church. Also teaching our children the value of reading & understanding the Bible as our reference guide to life, something I always found invaluable. This week will devote a Rosary to all those kids who feel in turmoil over the issue of their gender & sexual preference. I will pray that the Holy Spirit will guide them to life God has chosen just for them. Once again, I really enjoyed your post. Have a great week Fr Dave, pats for beautiful Cragly🙏❤️

[@kensod6034]

Bless you father Dave 🙏 ✝ 🙏

[@csillalakatos8825]

I really appreciate that you spoke on the controversial topic that's happening in this world now. I watch a lot of KZbinrs who think conservatively and are Christians, but it means so much more coming from you! I hope you get a chance to make other videos on these topics in the future. We are hated right now and persecuted. Your guidance affects our thoughts and strengthens our faith. THANK YOU!

[@kodiandtiffany]

We love you we are here and we hang on your ever word. You are so correct and so wise! You make us work harder to try to achieve and reach the light that our Father all wants us to be and that's the greatest gift ever we could receive Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!

[@judedeprey6831]

I am a grandma, so this one’s for me! God bless you father Dave

[@johnkernochan6671]

You really hit the ball out of the park with this one Fr. Dave! THANK You so much. Jack K. And thank you for all the wonderful masses that you post for us who can not get to the church on Sundays. 33:30 33:30

[@mjznh]

Father Dave, I will never forget when I had a visit from another state for a week. One night after supper, I see the dad on the sofa, on his phone internet. Mom is sitting beside him, on her phone internet. 2 kids, on the sofa, each on their tablets. All lined up on my sectional, each in their own world. That was an eye opener for me. And yet, here I am on you tube, while spouse is watching a movie on tv. It’s going to take something big, really big to bring us out of this cycle. Praying….

[@koz449]

Yes. Hard to put Pandora back in the box

[@KWilliams-ns8uq]

You are so right, I can go to my girlfriend's house and I can do the same thing, on my laptop or phone searching KZbin, but I just found Fr. Dave. So it might not be bad depending on what they are searching for, it may be for self help.

[@maxiwood1]

This was an excellent way of sharing examples of what is going on. Thank you Father Dave! Blessings🙏🏼💗

[@nicoleborja2124]

My mom just called me from all the way in Alabama to tell me to watch Father Dave! I introduced her to his videos years ago! It's awesome to be able to bond regardless of where you live or how far apart with family regarding Jesus Christ teachings with Father Dave! Ty Fr. Dave! Your dog is so precious! Ave Maria! Peace be with you all!

[@vinceschauf9437]

Awesome talk. This is the type of talk that gives strong Morals!

[@barbaraspillane1932]

I love catching you in your yard offering us such wonderful thoughts. Thank you and God bless.

[@Bones-jd3bn]

Found you a couple weeks ago and I can’t get enough!!! You put my heart and soul at ease.. now I just need to find a way to keep that feeling all day

[@stevelalor3886]

Thank you Father. God bless you!

[@lindakownick4423]

Thankyou Fr. Dave for speaking God's truth. I tried to speak the truth to my family, and l was told it was my truth. I said no it is God's truth.

[@MicheleMakinson]

You are right on with this video. Thank you, Father Dave for sharing this. I would love to be in your parish, I’m on your every Sunday Masses.❤

[@FatherDave]

thanks for hanging in there with a long video Michael. God bless you and strengthen your faith and your family's faith as well

[@tomnekuda3818]

I love Fr. Dave's insights on the Gospels......I very much enjoy the parallels he finds that others cannot.

[@FatherDave]

wow. thank you. that's super kind to say

[@vickieBolling]

Thank you, Fr. Dave!

[@FatherDave]

you're welcome Vicki

[@jodymortimer5014]

love you father

[@francesstager997]

Father Dave! Thank you for speaking the TRUTH! I wish this message could be broadcast in "the media"! God Bless you and all of your followers!

[@MrCrowleyandhisdrone]

Father Dave, great vid, great job on this subject. Keep up the good work, God Bless🙂

[@marleew6455]

I’m a mother of three teenagers and I admit that I put off the media/electronics devices for a long time, but noticed drastic changes especially in my youngest when they started using them. Less interest in toys, drawing and legos once they have the fancy light up “toys” like video games and now cell phones. It can be a battle to monitor screen time and I often ask myself WHY and WHEN did I allow this?! It’s a pain, and more seriously-you hit the nail on the head of it can be a danger to their psychological development, and even affect sleep cycles which are as we know important for physical and mental growth. My kids are pretty good kids, I’m pretty lucky, but that being said when I notice mood swings, the first thing I think of is how much screen time has this kid had today? And not just that but WHAT are they looking at? Now I get to be a detective and I pay for this?? Craziness that I have done to myself. Anyway, thank you for saying something, I think you are SPOT ON!!! And I absolutely agree with the analogy of the emperors new clothes-that is EXACTLY how it feels with todays society.

[@FatherDave]

God bless you Marlee and your kids (and the cat?)

[@marleew6455]

@@FatherDavees and our dog, Howie, who also LOVES pizza crusts!😂 God bless you too!🙏

[@marinarassin4231]

Parenting nowadays is fighting battles our ancestors never had, so no examples that way, meanwhile it's also a battle against other parents, lost themselves and a church gone woke with no priests left, it's like living in the desert

[@CarolineKelly-r8e]

Thank you for clarifying and naming the source from which all the confusion starts!

[@Noelle-Entee]

Thank you Father Dave from a beautiful sunny,crisp winter day in CapeTown 🇿🇦

[@kensod6034]

Isaiah planted in a drought . he had the best harvest ever. Because he did what God wanted not people ... 100 fold blessed harvest. I see you are extremely smart father Dave . your so weighed down by people zapping your strength. Especially me. I'm sorry brother........ When i said Brotherrrrrrrrr it wasn't in disrespect . to you ... I forgot about your followers... I'll keep it in mind . Thanks father Dave. I'm a hermit . living carrying my ✝ in my lil way. God give father Dave strength especially his family . Not in my will but Jesus will be done... Because if we ask it will be given. Even 100 fold ... 🙏 🌹 ✝ 🌹 🙏

[@FatherDave]

I plan to become a hermit when I retire at 75...so...not for a while. Stay close to Christ and intercede for the world. Also, make sure to read daily the desert fathers

[@kensod6034]

@@FatherDave God bless you Sir... I became a hermit because of all the corruption in politics in our church with the mass media with the people.. It seems like everything is wrong i don't fit here. However i was brought to you a sign from God. A light in the darkness. I meditate on your daily remainders especially because they are so in tune with my life's problems and how to navigate thru them... So I've decided to become more like my dogs... They love unconditionally... They only love ... Never try to correct anyone . never show others failures... Even when you had a bad day And you treat them unruly they only live you back... It makes you think maybe that's why God gave dog's to shepherd's to protect the sheep and protect the shepherd... So i think I'm going to try and not judge only love. Just like my dogs... Because now i can keep a better prospective on what to do. Because your the answer and the answer was always right in front of my face all along. Now to take one minute at a time. Like my dogs 🐕... Like Jesus 🙏 🌹 ✝ 🌹 🙏 like father Dave 🙏 🌹 ✝ 🌹 🙏

[@djmac2777]

Great video Father! My family and I have watched your mass videos for about a year or so since we don’t live near English speaking priests. We’d like to say how much we love your homilies, quirky jokes, and your lack of fear in speaking truth. We need more outspoken priests like you! Prayers and God Bless

[@kimberlyrector4159]

Thank you for this. Our children are exposed to so many things /social media that they find intriguing and exciting. Most parents don’t understand how these influences mold their young minds. May God continue to Bless you , Father Dave.

[@CoolCaliforniaMom]

Beautiful explanation of TRUTH Father! Well done, Good and Faithful Servant! Let us Pray that the scales of Deceit are removed from the Blind...

[@FatherDave]

thanks Cali

[@Zolezzimail]

Father Dave thanks please empower me with more of these type of discussions very helpful - OnWard and UpWard AZ

[@gerrirajski7769]

Thank you so much. I am a grandparent and this message was so helpful to me as a grandparent of 14. Love all your messages and homilies. So insightful and very helpful.

[@barbaraannkinsman2997]

Thank you again U as well have a wonderful day!!

[@aveteran7486]

God bless you Father Dave.

[@dougmoore5252]

Thank you Father Dave. Of course you are right!

[@reja1309]

I had to kind of laugh at the Jack and Diane reference when talking about the dangers of social media. That was a very popular music video that got frequent play on MTV. MTV was the first real foray into a new kind of social media influence and it's easy to forget how much impact it had on darkening the lamp of the soul.

[@kathyoley1358]

Your insights are so inspiring!! Thanks for giving us ideas to ponder!! Thanks again Kathy O.

[@mapinoita279]

God bless you Fr. Dave!

[@2979paul]

Thank you so much for this Father Dave. 🙏 ⛪️

[@maryesker]

Thank you Father Dave. I needed to hear this.

[@leannesutter9429]

Thank you, Fr. Dave for this chat and reflection.

[@heather9474]

Powerful message…. You sure gave me a lot to think about

[@mariocesario5543]

This was a good chat Fr Dave. Thank you

[@marybrokaw5344]

This is the best explanation of this I have ever heard. It gave me so much to think about.

[@sr.saramariebelisleosf246]

Great...such truth and kindness and integrity.

[@margaritathompson1424]

Thanks Father Dave to talk about this real topic. Difficult topic, however you were very clear about it based in God’s teachings You are correct, the human being is the best God’s creation but the media puts darkness in kids minds. Thanks again Father Dave and God bless you for your wise messages and your mission🙏

[@ceceliastevens6533]

Just found your talk and I want to say thank you. You helped clear up some befuddled thinking on this topic. May the Lords peace be with you.

[@FatherDave]

thanks Ceceil

[@teresarose1038]

Wow! Thank you Father!

[@shirleyyunk2094]

Thank You Father Dave! That was a lot to unpack and you did it in such a relatable way. It is hard to have these conversations, especially when many people want to be confrontational. I love what you said about being so much more than one thing. It is sad that some are reduced to seeing themselves only through their sexuality. I will continue to pray and seek understanding. Thank you for being a priest that teaches.

[@AnnaBell-c7u]

Greetings from Punta Gorda FL. You have touched my heart with you Masses. ..Susie bell

[@barbaraannkinsman2997]

Thanks Father Dave ! I know hallo is coming out with a movie about peer pressure too! This was helpful! We all need prayer! Glad you mention how Jesus would difficult situations ! Instead of judgement , Jesus would be forgiving and empathic as U R too! Trying to be CHRIST like! I tell others who point out my wrg doings ( from past) that when “U point a finger at me there are three fingers point back at U”!! I am sure U can give us scripture that is similar! Maybe it is the one “ What is in the closet , will no longer be hidden!

[@joseribamardeoliveirarego5160]

FROM BELÉM ,PARÁ STATE ,THE GATE OF THE AMAZON IN BRAZIL,I ATTEND YOUR HOLY MASS,AND I LIKE IT VERY MUCH.

[@deanyhillhouse3846]

Thank you Fr Dave for another informative and enlightening video. There are so many aspects in life where we need the church’s help. You convey the messages and we can then implement them into our lives.

[@lesliefarr9193]

Father praying for you and thanks for addressing this issue.

[@danbowden3363]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for this Father Dave. Your observations on the media, culture, and our young people's exposure to it (and it's influence) is spot on. There was a stunning recent study/poll that claimed that nearly 30% of Gen Z participants identify as Gay or Trans. I found this to not only be stunning, but also likely not equating to the percentage actually living that lifestyle amongst them (a far lower percentage). Add in the reports of children as young as 4 and 5 years old (some parents claim even younger) declaring themselves trans, even though any real form of sexuality is still years off. So why do so many claim to be? I believe it is, in part, to what you have stated here. The media, our schools, and our culture, now "celebrate" and put on a pedestal, the LGBTQ+ community in such a way, that I believe that children, who naturally yearn to be special, lauded, and praised (basic human condition), see that proclaiming themselves part of this group brings immediate satisfaction of this desire. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, is the lack of God in these aforementioned places (media, school, govt, culture) where He once had been so prevalent. Where there exists a moral vacuum, it will inevitably be filled by immorality. The glaring change in numbers in just the last couple of generations (I was born in the 60s) is obvious and startling, and what has changed? Lack of God, and your well stated point, exposure to Media. Sadly, just discussing these things is difficult these days and ANY dissenting thought leads to shaming and judgement, even though as Christians we discuss in love and not condemnation, but it's so refreshing to be able to discuss this here, respectfully, lovingly, and honestly. So much has changed in the last decades, and so quickly, but thankfully on thing hasn't (and never will) .....and that's God. Gob bless you father Dave, much love.

[@felicitypaulse6752]

This was a great discussion thank you Father Dave...From a winters day in Cape Town!!!

[@aninoh8638]

That was a wonderful sharing, Fr. Dave! I shared this video to many teenagers I know. I know it would help them a lot with the many issues and questions they are dealing with right now.

[@maryloomis8075]

Fr. Dave, thank you for speaking the truth that so many are afraid to address. I was sent this video by my sister who is now one of your new parishioners. She is elated to have such a great pastor. BTW I put a cage with tulle over my blueberries, clipped with clothes pins. The robins used to get mine in the past. May the Lord Jesus keep you strong against the world, the flesh and the devil. God bless!

[@palfonso4065]

God Bless You Too!

[@staceyb713]

Thank you so much for always putting the Catholic beliefs into perspective for today's society

[@aliceverrastro6961]

I truly appreciate your viewpoint on this subject. It truly is a tough subject. I think it is important to not condemn those who are different. Thank you.

[@margaretlucero6338]

🕎 Thank you, Fr Dave, for the holy perspective view. Lord be with you.♥️🌹🕊️

[@demtron]

Thanks Fr. Dave! You need to do more of these!

[@zitateixeira5526]

Hi Fr Dave thank you for your sharing and explaining - we need to believe that we are God’s Lamp and our eyes need to see and follow God’s light. Fr Dave you are our shining light and for giving us direction. God Bless you always 🙏🏻😇🕯

[@FatherDave]

thanks Z. when we look to Jesus we find a star to sail by

[@lindakalski2359]

Thank you for words of encouragement in what seems like a "crazy world"

[@cmanna13]

Thank you, Father Dave!!! Excellent excellent talk… so needed in this insane world we’re living in. I agree about the media!!

[@FatherDave]

thanks cmanna. hope you're feeling better

[@cmanna13]

@@FatherDave I’m carrying my cross!! I’ve had mostly great days. The chemo was really rough this week. Means everything to hear from you. You are an inspiration to me. I hope you are enjoying the beautiful smells and sounds of Summer up there!! Hope Cragly is enjoying the warm water!! Mostly I hope you are well…so grateful for you!!!

[@janiecarrejo8141]

Thank you Father Dave! Love your message.

[@deborahwatkins1493]

Thank you. I have indeed been concerned that my grandchildren are going to become convinced that they are a mistake in their bodies and jump onto that bandwagon. So far, they are happy as they are. I pray for them daily. Again, thank you for your message.

[@petercoccaro5299]

Perfectly spoken, Father Dave. God Bless you!

[@trishdecresce3952]

Wow. What a homily, well, not a homily, but geesh, straightforward subject. I know a few transgenders, who are Christians and they are angry all the time. Angry. It's sad. But it was their choice. I believe we should be proud of who we are. I didn't like hearing what you said about there are some people who can't be married because of others. My other cheated on me several times, yet I forgave him and since our divorce, even pray for his soul everyday, I agree that children are exposed to way to much and the basic activities like kick ball in the street, bowling, jump rope, hula hoops, etc, etc , should be involved in children's playtime and keep them away from electronics. Thank you for this. A song I listen to a lot is Jupiter by Train, change the words a bit, it explains why people sometimes run to find their universe and come back only to be lonely.

[@jameskirk3214]

Great teaching and guidance Father Dave…thanks so much!

[@brendastevens3765]

Great talk, Father Dave! I will continue to pray for the children and all who are exposed to the media today.

[@bethkelly9206]

Excellent!!!!!

[@peacefulpennycook]

Thank you Father Dave, your wisdom is very appreciated; core curriculum in schools if I were in charge

[@carolbielamowicz2465]

Thank you Father Dave. I appreciate you taking the time to really cover this subject in depth with your thoughts, experiences, and scripture. It is a gift.

[@Sparrowsnestflorist]

Father Dave you have Song Sparrows singing in the background. How apropos and beautiful.

[@FatherDave]

thanks Sparrow!

[@RandiAndersonWriter]

Very reasonable and love-filled explanation, Father. Thank you!

[@FatherDave]

Glad it was helpful

[@alfredmasullo]

The Catholic Church will be our guide in this crazy world.

[@dorisfazakas2590]

I was in Turkey about 10 years ago and while kneeling in the Blessed Mother Sanctuary, I received a message in my left ear, "Pray for the Children. "I was totally surprised and wondered what it meant! Now I know! Who was that? I was the only one in the Sanctuary. I prayed for many years! Told the priest at my church. I never hear voices! I have cloudy pictures to prove someone was there!

[@BeegzBomb]

Good video

[@susanminck8036]

Hope makes room for love in the world. We can all share it, we can all believe in it, even if we are radically different in every other way. We no longer need to fear our differences because we have common ground. We can hope together-therefore, hope liberates us. It frees us from our fear of the other. It opens our eyes to see love all around us. It unites us and breaks our isolation. When we decide to embrace hope-when we choose to make that our goal and our message-we release a flow of energy that cannot be overcome. Hope is a light that darkness can never contain. [2] Charleston/Richard Rohr

[@theresakelliher9760]

What we’ve been saying to our adult kids is….Do you guys have a plan? What are you going to say to your kids about this subject when they see and hear about it in school and the world? Our grandkids are 5 months through 12 years old right now, and we are trying to figure out what and how much to say. In 60 years I have never come up against anything like this. I never stop praying about it, because it is everywhere and in everything, and seems to be especially aimed at young kids. Thanks for your words here Father Dave. I am going to watch again, and then pass this video on to my family.

[@bohemiantheologian]

Eye opening...

[@janetconnors3113]

Hahaha I went to a John Mellencamp concert last night. The crowd all stood up and sang Jack and Diane. Great performance, for a man who will be 71 yrs old this year. I think that social media is not just addictive to children, adults as well. Keeps us from others. Pretty bad when my 2 year old granddaughter knows how to find baby shark on her own. My kids played with pots and pans and wooden spoons. Making music

[@gerryrees9440]

Go Father Dave. Speaking out like the old Redemptorist priests when we were kid's. I'll send the link to my kid's and grandkids

[@larryhebert63]

Thank you.

[@MariaNagle-dg8dd]

Amen