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Inspired teaching on the daily Scripture readings of the Catholic Church and New Testament Bible study by Fr. Al Lauer, founder of Presentation Ministries

Fr. Al Lauer


    • Apr 6, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Daily Bread - Catholic Reflections podcast is an incredibly inspiring and uplifting program that has truly impacted my life. The priest leading the program, Father Al, exudes a genuine love for the Lord that is contagious. Just hearing his love for God brings me great joy and motivates me to deepen my own relationship with Him. I am so grateful for this program and its ability to inspire and help me on my spiritual journey.

    One of the best aspects of The Daily Bread podcast is the wealth of wisdom it offers. Father Al's teachings are filled with deep insights and practical advice that can be applied to everyday life. His words have resonated with me and have helped me navigate through various challenges and struggles. It feels like a true gift to have access to such wisdom, and I am grateful for the legacy Father Al has left behind through these recordings.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its relevance to personal experiences. Many listeners, myself included, have found that Father Al's messages often speak directly to what we are going through at the moment. This connection creates a sense of comfort and reassurance, knowing that we are not alone in our struggles and that God is always present in our lives. It has encouraged many listeners, including myself, to recommit themselves to their faith and return to church.

    On the downside, one potential drawback of this podcast is its brevity. The episodes are short and concise, which can be appealing for those who prefer quick reminders or snippets of faith throughout the day. However, others may find themselves craving more in-depth discussions or longer episodes that allow for a deeper exploration of topics.

    In conclusion, The Daily Bread - Catholic Reflections podcast is a wonderful resource for anyone seeking spiritual nourishment and guidance. Father Al's love for God shines through his teachings, providing listeners with a source of inspiration and joy. While the brevity of the episodes may leave some wanting more, overall, this podcast is a true blessing and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to strengthen their faith and deepen their relationship with God.



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    Believe in The Word - Octave of Easter - Monday, Apr 6, 2026

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    Father shows us through scripture that we must get into the Word and spread it!

    Good Friday? a. By Giving Our Lives To Jesus! - Friday, Apr 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 14:00


    Father describes the final sufferings of the Suffering Servant.

    The Eucharist - Thursday, Apr 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 14:00


    Father encourages us to go to Mass and receive our Daily Bread.

    Christ Crucified - Wednesday, Apr 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 14:00


    Father teaches us that the Suffering Servant is a Slave to the Father.

    The Suffering Servant - Tuesday, Mar 31, 2026

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    Father shows us that the Suffering Servant is a concealed Weapon

    Be Holy - Holy Week - Monday, Mar 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 14:00


    Father begins his teaching on the Suffering Servant. He teaches.

    Persecution - Friday, Mar 27, 2026

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    Father tells us that we are called to suffer for the love of God.

    Jesus Is God - Thursday, Mar 26, 2026

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    Father explains how we are affected when we believe that Jesus is God.

    Stir Into Flame - Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 14:00


    Father teaches us to renew the working of the Holy Spirit in each of us.

    Avoid Dying In Your Sins! - Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026

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    Father pleads with us not to die in our sins and gives us examples of some who have.

    The Cost of Forgiveness - Monday, Mar 23, 2026

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    Father shows us the cost of forgiveness.

    Be Willing To Suffer For Jesus - Friday, Mar 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 14:00


    Father teaches us about the mystery of suffering.

    St. Joseph, Man Of Faith - Thursday, Mar 19, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 14:00


    Father gives a beautiful description of St. Joseph

    Jesus Is God - Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026

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    Father shows us in scripture that Jesus is God!

    Things Are Getting Better - Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026

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    Father shows us how God intends our lives to get better every day, even when we can't notice it.

    Get Faith - 4th Week in Lent - Monday, Mar 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 14:00


    Father explains that there are degrees of Faith.

    God Is Father Alone - Friday, Mar 13, 2026

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    Father explains what Jesus meant when He said, 'Call no man Father'.

    Faithfulness - Thursday, Mar 12, 2026

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    Father speaks of God's faithfulness and tells us that, with His help, we, too, can persevere in faithfulness.

    Knowledge Leeds To Freedom - Wednesday, Mar 11, 2026

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    Father explains the importance of learning and teaching our faith.

    Forgiveness - Tuesday, Mar 10, 2026

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    Father describes how and why it is important to forgive others, no matter who.

    Anger - Third Week Of Lent - Monday, Mar 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 14:00


    Father uses today's gospel to show how the sin of anger robs us.

    Hope For Ruined Families - Friday, Mar 6, 2026

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    Father uses today's Old Testament reading to show us how God heals troubled families.

    Blessings and Curses - Thursday, Mar 5, 2026

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    Father explains how we are always either blessed or cursed.

    Church of Martyrs - Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026

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    Father shows us how we are being martyred today.

    Set Things Right - Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026

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    Father gives us a good translation of what this means.

    Be Honest - Second Week of Lent - Monday, Mar 2, 2026

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    Father explains what it means to be honest when confessing our sins and its benefits.

    Anger - Friday, Feb 27, 2026

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    Father teaches that Anger destroys us.

    Prayer - Thursday, Feb 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 14:00


    Father challenges us to 'Break New Ground' and pray in new ways!

    Get Ready! - Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 14:00


    Father tells us you never know when God will appear.

    Prophesy - Tuesday, Feb 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 14:00


    Father explains how to be ready to give His prophetic word.

    Love Your Neighbor - First Week of Lent - Monday, Feb 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 14:00


    Father explains that we need to love others as ourselves and why this is so important.

    Fasting - Friday, Feb 20, 2026

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    Father tells us that now is the time to fast, but we must do it correctly!

    Pro-Life - Thursday, Feb 19, 2026

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    Father teaches us we must choose life in all ways.

    Penance - Ash Wednesday - Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 14:00


    Father instructs us that the Penance of Fasting is the 'Big Deal'.

    The Dynamics of Temptation - Tuesday, Feb 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 14:00


    Father describes the sources of temptation and how to deal with them.

    The Dynamics of Holiness - Sixth Week in Ordinary Time - Monday, Feb 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 14:00


    Father tells us that Jesus wants us to be Holy through endurance.

    Hope - Friday, Feb 13, 2026

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    Father teaches us that Mary is a sign of hope.

    Generational Issues and Baptism - Thursday, Feb 12, 2026

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    Father shows us that previous generations can influence our children and us, and how it doesn't.

    Richness In Christ - Wednesday, Feb 11, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 14:00


    Father explains that we who are in Christ are filled with riches!

    Building The Temple - Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 14:00


    Father tells us what building the temple means today.

    The Presence of The Lord - Fifth Week in Ordinary Time - Monday, Feb 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 14:00


    Father encourages us to practice the presence of God.

    Preaching Repentance - Friday, Feb 6, 2026

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    Father tells us to have the courage to Preach Repentance in this culture of death.

    Keep It Simple - Thursday, Feb 5, 2026

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    Father encourages us to live simply, no matter our resources.

    Preach & Teach - Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 14:00


    Father encourages us to teach the word, especially when we can't do anything else.

    Jesus Is God! - Tuesday, Feb 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 14:00


    Father shows us that Jesus must be God.

    Jesus Is Man! - Fourth Week in Ordinary Time - Monday, Feb 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 14:00


    Father teaches us that because Jesus became man we all have a great dignity.

    Sexual Purity - Friday, Jan 30, 2026

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    Father teaches us the dangers of all sexual purity.

    How Big is Your Measure? - Thursday, Jan 29, 2026

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    Father tells us that it is the Measure that you give, not what you give that God will measure you by.

    The Best Is Yet To Come - Wednesday, Jan 28, 2026

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    Father talks about the culmination of our life.

    Have You Placed God's Will On Hold? - Tuesday, Jan 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 14:00


    Father uses an event in David's life to illustrate and encourage us, as well as events in his own life.

    Be Fruitful! - Third Week in Ordinary Time - Monday, Jan 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 14:00


    Father explains today's scripture and encourages us to be fruitful.

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