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Daybreak™ is a fresh, upbeat approach to morning devotions and prayer. Host Paul Sadek leads you in spiritual reflections and meditations from the daily Mass readings, Morning Prayer, the Holy Father’s teachings, writing of the saints, and more.

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Latest Episodes

• Wednesday of the Third Week of Lent

• Saint of the Day: St. Eulogius of Cordoba; Ninth Century Martyred priest of Cordoba, Spain, slain by the Moors, after his arrest in 850; Eulogius was a noted scholar of Scripture he wrote Exhortation to Martyr... more

• Tuesday of the Third Week of Lent

• Saint of the Day: St. Macarius of Jerusalem; Fourth Century bishop of Jerusalem who helped St. Helena to locate the True Cross; when Helena discovered three crosses in Jerusalem, Macarius suggested that a seriou... more

• Monday of the Third Week of Lent

• Commemoration of St. Frances of Rome, 1384-1440; at the age of 12, she was arranged to marry Lorenzo Ponziani; the marriage lasted forty years and bore three children; Frances’ two daughters were killed, her husb... more

• Third Sunday of Lent

• Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 3/8/26

• Gospel: John 4:5-42

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Father Andy McAlpin
Dominican priest and chaplain at Purdue University
Episode: Daybreak for August 8, 2025

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Paul Sadek
Host of Daybreak; leads devotional reflections and prayers drawn from daily Mass readings and liturgical resources.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Lovely

    Such a wonderful way to begin the day. I love the meditations, readings, music, and prayers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maria Dolores
    United States5 years ago
  • A great way to gIve glory to God

    Arise from your slumber, for the Kingdom of God is at hand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdoptedByGod31
    United States7 years ago
  • Awesome

    This program is the right way to get you going in the morning. Prayers with the Divine office are awesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    moonster48
    United States8 years ago

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The host's steady guidance and familiar prayers are repeatedly highlighted as strengths for devotion and routine.
The show is praised for its calming, prayerful start to the day and accessible mediation.
Listeners appreciate the integration of scripture with practical daily living.

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Daybreak for November 26, 2025
Q: How can we model perseverance in our own lives?
By embracing our faith daily and navigating challenges with hope and endurance, recognizing that we are called to testify to our love for God even in the face of adversity.
Daybreak for October 30, 2025
Q: What can we learn from the Gospel reading today?
The Gospel reading invites us to reflect on the sorrow of Jesus over Jerusalem's rejection and to consider how grace can emerge from our suffering.
Daybreak for September 12, 2025
Q: How should we approach our own shortcomings in judging others?
We should first examine ourselves and remove our own faults before attempting to correct others, recognizing that being fully trained in our faith requires humility and self-awareness.
Daybreak for May 16, 2025
Q: How can we know the way?
Thomas expresses confusion about the way to follow Jesus, prompting Jesus's affirmation that he is the way, truth, and life.
Daybreak for March 12, 2025
Q: What is the significance of today's Gospel reading?
The reading emphasizes that true faith should not seek signs, as demonstrated by the people of Jonah and Jesus' message to this generation.

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Daybreak offers a steady stream of morning devotions centered on Catholic liturgy, scripture, and prayer. Across recent episodes, the host guides listeners through Lent-focused reflections, Gospel readings, and familiar prayers, often marrying biblical themes with practical spiritual practices for daily life. The program stands out for its combination of liturgical structure, recurring meditative segments, and guidance to live out faith in everyday routines, frequently referencing Divine Office resources and saints to enrich the devotional experience. This makes it potentially appealing to devout Catholics, liturgical practitioners, and anyone looking for a faith-forward morning routine anchored in scripture and prayer.

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