Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections

Today is the feast of Saint Lorenzo Ruiz, a married man who found himself on as a missionary in Japan. He would not renounce his faith and so was martyred. His life reminds us that our whole life must be at Christ’s disposal.

Today is the feast of Saint Vincent De Paul. Saint Vincent De Paul had a love for the poor whom he identified with in a very personal way. Check out this reflection to understand this great who inspired many souls.

Today is the feast of Saints Cosmas and Damian. Who were these saints? Why do they relate so well to our world today with a broken health care system? Father Kubicki explains it all in this reflection.

Did you know that this year is a special year in the Church? It is a year of prayer in the Church. Did you know that next year is a very special year? Father Kubicki explains what that is in this daily reflection.

In some parts of the world our Church is celebrating Mary under the title Our Lady of Ransom. Father Kubicki shares the origins of the Mercidarians who tried to free hostages and would even offer themselves as hostages in exchange.

Do you ever feel like so many people ask you to pray for them that you can’t remember them all? Father Kubicki shares a prayer which today’s saint Padre Pio would say for everyone who asked for his prayers which you can use too!

Father Kubicki shares some insights from today’s Gospel, from the book of Mark. Jesus’ kingdom is not an earthly kingdom, and no amount of wealth will save us from death. Only Jesus can save us, and we love him through each other.   

Today is the feast of Saint Matthew the Apostle. Do you have a favorite apostle of the twelve? Father Kubicki shares what he really likes about Saint Matthew. His story shows that despite all human differences Jesus brings us to together for His glory.

Today is the feast day of the martyrs of Korea. Father Kubicki shares a story about Saint Andrew Kim, the first Korean to be ordained a priest. He was a martyr who was given the strength to carry on even when he was at the end of his strength.

Today sit e feast of Saint Janarius, a bishop who is the patron saint of Naples, Italy. Father shares a miracle that happens to this day in Naples Italy. It has to do with some of the blood of this Saint. Check it out in this reflection.

Today is the feast day of Saint Joseph of Cupertino. Father shares Saint Joseph’s story which is encouraging for many of us who think that we are not good enough to be saints. God loves using the lowly to share His goodness.

Today is the feast of Saint Robert Bellarmine, a Jesuit bishop and advisor to the pope. Father shares some words from a which he wrote about the need to keep the destination of heaven in our mind as we live here on earth.

Today is the feast of Saint Cornelius and Saint Cyprian. These two saints were separated from each other by great distances but were united I mind and heart through Christ. It is much easier to face suffering when you know others are with you in spirit.

Father shares some insights from today’s Gospel. Jesus asked his apostles who people said that He was. Then Jesus asks who they said that He was. How about you? Who do you say that Jesus is for you in your life?

Today is the feast of the exaltation of the Holy Cross. Father explains the reasons why we celebrate this feast day and the most important reason of them all. Find out what that is by checking out this reflection!

Today is the feast of Saint John Chrysostom. He was a great preacher who preached against the loose morals of his time and was sent into exile for it. He continued to write to the people. How do you preach the gospel?

Today is a feast in honor of the holy name of Mary. Father Kubicki shares how this name came out through the victory of Christians who were under the name of Mary is a very important part of salvation history. Do you honor her?

Today is the anniversary of the destruction of the World Trade Center. Father Kubicki shares some words form Cardinal Dolan who went to ground zero to pray. Let us remember those who lost loved ones on this day.

Do you think of the bible as God’s love letters to you? Father shares a sad story about unrequited love letters. Are you leaving God’s love letters to you unopened? Father Kubicki invites you to daily open the bible and your heart to God’s love.

Today is the feast of Saint Peter Claver, a Jesuit priest who was known as the slave of the slaves. He went to Colombia as a missionary and tended to the people who were enslaved. Let us treat everyone with dignity as human beings.

Father Kubicki shares insights from today’s Gospel. There is a certain prayer that is able to be used in baptism which is taken from the passage from today’s readings. Do you know what it is? Find out in this reflection.

Today is the first Saturday of the month, a day in which we traditionally honor Mary the mother of Jesus. Father Kubicki shares some insights about the hidden life of Jesus in which Mary was able to grow in Holiness as she raised her son.

In the month of September father Kubicki shares some things he is thankful for in this month, namely some of the great things that come from the garden in September. Father invites us to think about what we are thankful for this month.

Today is the feast of Saint Teresa of Calcutta. Father shares some powerful words from Saint Teresa to a priest. What does it mean to be little? Why is it important for us to be empty in our lives? Check out this powerful reflection.

Father Reflects on the meaning of work since we are just coming off Labor Day. How does God view work? It is much different from how most of us view it. Fathers shares some insights from Saint Ignatius about this subject.