Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections

Today is the feast of Saint Bonaventure, a Franciscan who was healed by Saint Francis when he was a child. Father Kubicki shares a prayer from Saint Bonaventure which is great meditate on after communion.

Father talks about Amos, one of the 12 minor prophets in the bible. Amos had no intention to be a prophet, but God called him out of being a shepherd in order to speak to his people. How are you a prophet for God today?

Today is the feast of Saint Henery the Second, a German King and holy Roman Emperor. Every person from every vocation is called to be holy. Do you see your life as one which should be holy and saintly?  

Today is the feast of Saint Louis and Zelie Martin, the first married couple to be canonized as saints. Father shares the story of sacrifice from this couple and their powerful witness even in the midst of their crosses.

Today is the feast of Saint Benedict, the founder of monasticism for men and women in the western Church. Father Kubicki shares the story of Saint Benedict, which was steeped in prayer, an aspect of life we can all imitate.

Father Kubicki shares his experience with gulf. Some people think of gulf as a way to break up a hike, but Father has a different perspective. Check out this reflection to find out how gulf can help with prayer.

Today is the feast of Saint Augustine Zhao Rong and his companions. Father Kubicki shares some stories of the bravery these saints showed in the face of torture and death. You won’t listen to this reflection without being moved.

July is a month dedicated to the precious blood of Jesus. By recognizing this we see that we cannot save ourselves but need the blood of Christ to wash us clean. We also remember Mary because it is through her we get to receive the blood of Christ.

Father talks about the second reading a Mass today, taken from Paul’s letter to the Corinthians. Have you ever prayed and felt like God didn’t hear you? If so, you are in good company. Father explains in this reflection.

Today is the feast of Saint Maria Goretti, Father Kubicki shares the story of Saint Maria’s martyrdom. The man who murdered her ended up converting and coming into the faith because of her forgiveness to him. Who are you needing to forgive?

Today is the feast of Saint Anthony Zaccaria, a man who studied medicine and founded a religious order. Father Kubicki shares the ideal of perfection written of by Pope Saint John Paul II. We are all called to be perfect.

Happy fourth of July! Father Kubicki talks about the story of Charles Carroll the only Catholic to sign the declaration of independence. It took a lot of courage to stand up for the freedom of our country. Let us remember that God is the foundation of our country’s rights.

Today is the feast of Saint Thomas the Apostle. Saint Thomas is known best as Doubting Thomas because he had one lapse in faith after the resurrection. Father explains how we can learn and be graced from Saint Thomas.

The month of July we remember the most precious blood of Jesus. Father shares a letter from Saint Pope John XXIII about the blood off Christ. Find out the unlimited love which the blood of Jesus pours out for us.

Today is the feast of Saint Junípero Serra, a man who played a significant role in protecting and bring the Gospel to the Native people of California. Father shares some words from Pope Francis in how we can imitate Saint Junípero Serra.

Father Kubicki Shares three insights from the Sunday readings today. These insights are amazing if you think about them. God did not abandon us even though we sinned. He even stooped down to our level to serve us.

Today is the Solemnty of Saints Peter and Paul. Father Kubicki shares some words from Pope Francis about the role of the Pope in the life of the Church. Both Saint Paul and Saint Peter worked tirelessly to spread the faith.

Today is the feast of Saint Irenaeus, a great theologian who became bishop of Lyon. Father shares some insights from Saint Irenaeus about growing in love of God and one another. A key factor of growing in love is by the Eucharist.

Today is the feast of Saint Cyril of Alexandria in Egypt. Saint Cyril is known for helping to clarify Mary’s role as the Mother of God. Father Kubicki shares a prayer from this saint to Mary the Mother of God.

Today is the feast of Saint Josemaria Escriva, the founder of a religious group known as Opus Dei. Father Kubicki shares the importance of the morning offering which everyone should make to remind us that we must serve God.

Today is the anniversary of the start of the Korean War. Father Kubicki shares a chilling experience he had while in Korea. Let us pray for peace in our world and especially for Korea’s freedom from communism.

Today is the feast of the birth of Saint John the Baptist. There are only three people on whose day we celebrate their birth. Father explains the reason for this celebration and an interesting insight which you probably haven’t thought of.

Father Kubicki shares some words from Pope Francis about today’s Gospel reading. How often do you face trials in life and ask Jesus why He is doing nothing? We need to recognize that we need Jesus, then we can turn to Jesus with faith.

Today is the feast of Sint Thomas More, a Judge who was martyred because he would not bend his morals to the will of the king of England. Father shares some helpful ways in which Saint Thomas can help us today.

Today is the feast of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, a Jesuit who died at the age of 23 while in seminary. Father Kubicki shares a prayer from Saint Aloysius to Mary who can help us live virtuous lives to safeguard democracy.