Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections

As we focus on prayer this Lent Father Kubicki shares some reflections from a British Monk and Cardinal Archbishop named Bazel Hume. This Man struggled with prayer a lot, but prayer has value in our faithfulness rather than our comfort from it. 

Today is the anniversary of the Canonization of many great saints by Pope Gregory the 15th. Father mentions many of the great saints who were canonized on this day, but he also mentions a more humble saint. Listen to this reflection to find out who. 

Father Kubicki shares insights from a Gospel story in today’s readings. A royal official asked Jesus to heal his child. How far did this official need to go in order to see Jesus? Check out today’s reflection to find the answer to this. 

Father Kubicki shares some insights into the powerful and merciful words of Saint John in today’s Gospel. God doesn’t want to condemn us but to be merciful to us. Are you able to soften your heart today and ask for God’s Mercy? 

Today is the feast of Saint Frances. As a girl Saint Frances wanted to be a nun but her parents had arranged a marriage for her against her wishes. She and her husband grew in holiness and when he died, she joined a convent. How can you grow in holiness? 

Today is the feast of Saint John of God, a man who founded many hospitals and had great love for the impoverished in life. Saint John of God had the same compassionate love that God has. Does that love live in you? 

Today is the feast of two women who were both Mothers and Martyrs, Saint Perpetua and Felicity. They were imprisoned for wanting to be Catholic and eventually executed because they wouldn’t renounce their faith.  

In his message for Lent this year, Pope Francis talked about the three traditional Lenten practices: prayer, fasting and almsgiving. He said that these three practices are related and constitute a movement away from sin.

As we continue through Lent Father Kubicki shares a special Lenten message which Pope Francis shared with the faithful this year during this time of penance and temptation. Father Kubicki shares insights into temptation and how it leads to freedom. 

Today is the feast of Saint Casimir, a prince you died at the age of twenty-five, before he was able to ascend the throne. Father Kubicki shares some words from a biography about this great saint and his great holiness. 

How do we understand today’s Gospel where Jesus gets angry and drives the money changers out of the temple? Father Kubicki sheds light on the emotion of anger and we should deal with anger. Need advice on this? Check out this Reflection! 

Today is the first Saturday of the month. Our lady asked for something special as an act of reparation for the damage which sin has caused in our world. Listen to the reflection to learn about this pious devotion. 

Today is the first Friday in the month of Saint Joseph. Since we remember the Sacred Heart of Jesus on the first Friday of each month and we remember Saint Joseph during this month Father Kubicki explores these two hearts. 

Today is the feast of Saint John Cassian, an important influencer of the monastic life. Father Kubicki shares a reflection from Saint John Cassian on one of the psalms. He says anyone can relate to this verse, is that true for you?

Father Kubicki invites us to not be too preoccupied with our sorrow and penances. We are to think of ourselves less and turn our attention more to God and Jesus Christ who suffered and died for us.

How are you at Catholic Trivia? Check out this reflection to test your skills. Also get some great insights from Father Kubicki about today’s feast day, Saint Gregory of Narek who was an Armenian monk.

Father Kubicki checks in with how we are doing two weeks into lent. Father Kubicki highlights fasting. We can fast from food but we can also fast from other things. Check out this reflection to hear the surprising reason why we fast.

Today is the second Sunday of lent. We hear about the transfiguration of Jesus on Mount Tabor. Father Kubicki explains why this gospel is read at this time each year during the Lenten season. Check out this reflection for some valuable insights.

Father Kubicki tackles the words from Jesus in today’s Gospel at Mass. Why would Jesus tell us to love our enemies and do good to those who harm you? Father Kubicki explains this passage in today’s reflection.

Today is the feast of Saint Polycarp, a bishop of the Church and disciple of Saint John the Apostle. Father Kubicki shares some amazing stories of Saint Polycarp which includes an inspirational letter which he wrote to the faith!

Today is the feast of the Chair of Saint Peter. The Chair of Saint Peter represents the authority of Saint Peter as the head of the Church which we celebrate today. The one who sits on the Chair of Saint Peter is called to strengthen the Church.

Today is the feast of Saint Peter Damian, a priest who was also a professor. Father Kubicki shares some words from Saint Peter about consolation. Are you discouraged? Check out this reflection to get some consolation.

Today is the feast of Saint Jacinta and Saint Francisco, Siblings, and visionaries of the apparitions of Fatima. These two saints are the youngest non-martyrs to be canonized as saints. Let us cling to Mary just as these children did.

Father Kubicki shares inspirational insights into the word “lent” as we journey through this time of penance this reflection will help you delve even deeper into the mystery of this sacred season in the Church.

Do you fight temptation? Have you ever been discouraged because you are tempted so much by various sins? Father Kubicki shares how Jesus really was tempted just as we were and experienced our human struggle and weakness.