Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections

Father shares some insights from Pope Benedict about Simon of Cyrene who helped Jesus carried His cross. Simon couldn’t have known the importance of what he did when he help Jesus take the cross.

Father shares a reflection by Cardinal Joseph Zen on the Stations of the Cross. In particular father shares station of Jesus meeting the women of Jerusalem. Like the women Jesus met we ask ourselves what should we weep for?  

We all have a choice between two different ways, the way of the world and the way of Jesus. Which path will you take? Father Kubicki invites us to enter into the way of Jesus this Holy Week as we prepare for Easter.

Father Kubicki shares part of a homily which Pope Benedict gave years ago on this feast day of Palm Sunday. We are called to follow Jesus. What does it mean to follow Jesus? Father Kubicki explains in this reflection.

Today is the anniversary of the death of a friend of Father Kubicki who planted the seed for Father Kubicki’s vocation as a Jesuit. Check this personal and inspiring quote which Father Kubicki shares from this priest and friend.

Today is the feast of a Polish saint, Saint Stanislaus, who was killed by a Polish king for excommunicating him in light of his immoral life. Father Kubicki shares some words from Pope Saint John Paul II about this great saint.

Father Kubicki shares some interesting insights about today’s readings. Jesus talks about how Abraham rejoiced to see the day of Jesus. How could Abraham see the day of Jesus when He was born years after Abraham died? Check out his reflection to find out how.

Father Kubicki shares some words from Pope Benedict about a personal relationship with God through prayer. How does praying increase our relationship with Jesus? What does prayer become? Father Kubicki shares in this reflection 

In today’s reflection Father Kubicki tackles a question which perplexes many about the love of God. How did Jesus prove that He was God? Father Kubicki reveals the surprising answer in this insightful reflection. 

Today is the feast of Saint John Baptist de La Sale, the patron saint of teachers. Today would be a good day to pray for all teachers you know. Father shares some words from this saint that encourages us to be less judgmental of others. 

Today’s Gospel is from the John’s Gospel Chapter 8, the woman who was caught in adultery. This was a trap which the scribes were trying to entangle Jesus in. How did Jesus escape this? Father explains in this reflection. 

Today is the feast of Saint Vincent Ferrer, a man who lived in one of the darkest times in the history of the Church. During the worst times of our history God raises up holy people to help in difficult times. 

Today is the feast of the feast of Saint Isidore of Seville, Bishop in Spain. Father Kubicki shares some wise words from this saint who understood that knowledge without grace was worth nothing. How does God talk with us? Father Kubicki shares. 

Even though Pope Francis was in the hospital on Ash Wednesday he wrote a letter about Lent and hope which Father Kubicki reads a part of for us about the need of hope as we go through this Lenten journey.

Today is the feast of Francis of Paola, a saint who founded a Franciscan order known as the Little Ones. Father shares some words from this great saint who helps us understand the terrible effects of recalling ways we have been injured.

Today is April Fool’s Day, but don’t worry Father Kubicki won’t play a prank on you today. However, he does share the greatest joke of all time from who many consider to be the greatest fool in all of history. 

Jesus is both known as the Lion of Juda and the Lamb of God. How can Jesus be both a lion and a lamb? Father Kubicki explains not only this but also how we are called to be lions and lambs in our lives.

Today is Laetare Sunday, a time to rejoice in the middle of Lent. Why do we rejoice at this time? Father explains this and how our cause of rejoicing is connected with today’s readings about the Prodigal son.

Do you know the story of the Prodigal Son? Father shares some insights about this story and the surprising way in which we can drift away from God in our lives. Fathe shares some insights from Pope Francis on this topic.

We are encouraged to pray the Stations of the Cross on Fridays in Lent. Father Kubicki shares some insights from the Stations of the Cross on the fifth station. Find out more on today’s daily reflection.

Why do Catholics do things as offerings to God if Jesus died on the cross for. Catholics take the bible seriously and Father Kubicki shows why Catholics put their faith into action through loving works for Christ.

Father Kubicki shares some insights about the sacrament of confession and penance. If we are forgiven in confession, why are we given a penance to do after being absolved? Father offers a great answer in today’s reflection.

Today is the Solemnity of the Annunciation, when Jesus took flesh in the womb in the Blessed Virgin who said yes to having the Son of God. This is way we honor Mary, because she received into her heart which took flesh in her womb.

On this, the eve of the Annunciation, Father Kubicki shares some insights about the conception of Jesus. In particular Father meditates on the visitation of the angel Gabriel who brought Mary the news of her destiny.

Does God punish victims of tragic events? Father shares some words from Pope Francis about the meaning of tragic events that happen in our lives. Just as people in Jesus we can misinterpret bad things that happen to us if we aren’t careful.