Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections

Today is the feast of Saint Mother Marianne Cope, a saint of the state of Hawaii. After founding hospitals in New York, she received a called to go to Hawaii and serve the people. Courageously she answered this called.

Today is a day of penance in reparation for sins against life. Priests can wear violet vestments today as a sign of penance. Father Kubicki shares a great prayer from Pope Benedict about the need for respect to life.

This liturgical year is from the Gospel of Mark. Today is also the Sunday of the word of God. Jesus calls us to repent and believe in the Gospel. Father explains what it means to repent. Are we repenting as Jesus told us?

Today is the feast of Saint Sebastian, a martyr of the Church who sought to go to where persecution was greatest in order to suffer for God. We don’t have to seek out persecution to experience suffering, but we need to offer up the suffering we do have well.

Father Kubicki shares the unique people who Jesus chose to be his 12 apostles. They were so diverse the only way they could stay together was through the love of Jesus. Listen to this reflection to hear a great analogy of this.

This is a week where Christians around the world pray for unity amongst ourselves. The theme this year is from the Gospel of Luke Chapter 10. Let us pray with our bishops for unity in the Church and all to come to know Christ.

Today is the feast of Saint Anthony of the Desert, a hermit who lived in Egypt around the year AD 300. Father shares some stories about Saint Anthony who endured many challenges during his time in the desert.

Father shares some insights from the first reading at Mass today. God chose the youngest and weakest son of Jesse to be king over His people. Let us try to imitate King David and continue to follow God even though our temptations.

Father Kubicki shares some words from pope Francis about remarks from Martin Luther King Jr. as we honor this social justice leader. Let us work to build a community upon fraternal love where we treat all with honor.

Today’s Gospel from the first chapter of John talks about Saint Andrew’s first encounter with Jesus Christ. When he first met Jesus what do you think he wanted to know? Listen to this reflection to find out.

Today is the feast of Saint Hilary, a 4th century bishop. At This saint’s time there was a terrible heresy called Arianism. Even today this heresy is spread in our world. Listen to this reflection to learn how to combat this heresy just like saint Hilary.

Father Kubicki shares his experience with teaching after getting out of school. One woman who helped him out a lot in his teaching was part of a congregation whose feast day is today. Listen to this reflection to find out who that is.

Father Kubicki shares one of his favorite healing stories of a leper found in Mark’s Gospel. Father Kubicki shares some insights from Pope Frances on this passage. Find out how Jesus’ contact affects those who are sick.

Father Kubicki shares a prayer from Pope Saint John XXIII about the baptism of the Lord. We are called to spread the Gospel through prayer, suffering and obedience to God. If you need a little inspiration to pick up your day you found the right reflection.

Do you remember when you were baptized? If you were baptized as an infant, then it might be difficult to remember. As a baptized person you are called to share in Jesus’ threefold mission. Check out this reflection to learn the mission.

Today is the feast of the Baptism of Jesus. Why did Jesus need to be baptized? The answer has to do with the love God has for his people. Check out this reflection to hear Father Kubicki give the answer to this exceptional baptism. 

Today is the feast of the Epiphany, the story of the wisemen who visited Jesus with the gifts for the king. They followed a star which led them to the baby Jesus. Father Kubicki offers amazing insights into the meaning behind the star. 

Today is the feast of Saint Andre Bessette a religious brother from Montreal, Canada. 1 million people came to his funeral because of his great influence and miraculous healings which God worked through him. Let us imitate this saint’s humility. 

Today is the feast of Saint John Neumann a bishop who came to Philadelphia. He was dedicated to Education and devotion to the Eucharist. Father Kubicki shares a powerful prayer from this saint about desire for the love of Jesus.   

Today is the feast day of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American born to be canonized. Father tells her story first as a wife and mother then later as a religious. Father Kubicki shares a great prayer from this saint which you won’t want to miss.

Today we honor the Holy name of Jesus. Father Kubicki talks about the holy name society which dedicates itself to the sacred name of Jesus. Let us protect and honor the Holy name of Jesus with our words and actions.

Today is the feast of Saint Bazil and Gregory. Father Kubicki invites us to take up spiritual exercises in this new year, with some powerful words from Saint Bazil about the power of the Holy Spirit.

Father Kubicki reflects on the solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God, and the annual World Day of Peace. He shares Pope Francis' message of offering heartfelt wishes of peace and promoting active nonviolence.

Today is the feast of the Holy Family of Joseph, Mary and Jesus. The dignity of the family life is made known in today’s feast. Our world is rejecting this plan, but the Church stands boldly for the family and marriage between a man and a woman.

Even after Christmas we must still remember the light which Christmas brings. This light is the light of Jesus. Father encourages us to let this light shine everywhere. Are you living with the light of Jesus shining through you?