Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections

It's about 40 Days after Easter and today is the Ascension of Our Lord. As Christians, we are followers of Jesus and commit to following Him to heaven.

Today is the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima and marks her first appearance to the visionaries there. Fr. Kubicki also, revisits Pope Benedict 16's comments on this subject.

Today's  saint is St. Pancras. In addition, hear St. John Paul II's message to the youth about love.

Over 400 years ago the Emperor of China buried a foreigner in the capitol city. Who was this man and what was inscribed on his tomb? This and more on today's reflection with Fr. Kubicki.

What does it mean to consecrate oneself to Christ? Fr. Kubicki furnishes the definition of "consecration" on today's prayer reflection.

Tomorrow is Mother's Day. Did you know that it was President Woodrow Wilson that declared the second Sunday in May to be celebrated as Mother's Day?

Spring and Easter go so well together for those of us living in the Northern Hemisphere. The spring that has finally come makes it easy for us to be filled with Easter Joy. Learn from Fr. Kubicki other reasons for the significance of this time.

Fr. Kubicki tests our knowledge of Church history on today's prayer reflection. What was the first council of Church leaders and where did it meet? Listen in for the answer.

Today's Gospel made me think of a science experiment in grade school. Why am I thinking of this? It is because of something that Jesus said in today's Gospel which I share in this reflection.

Happy Cinco de Mayo! It's a day to celebrate Mexican culture, an important part of which is to celebrate devotion to the Blessed Mother. What is the message Mary speaks to us? Fr. Kubicki enlightens us on today's reflection.

May is a special month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, some call it Mary's month. What did Gerard Manley Hopkins have to say about this? Fr. Kubicki presents the answer on today's reflection.

At the Last Supper according to John's Gospel, Jesus told his disciples that He was the Way, the Truth and the Life. Fr. Kubicki gives us some words from Pope Francis about making Jesus our guide.

On today's reflection, Fr. Kubicki honors a Saint who combated the heresy of Arianism.

St. Joseph shows us that work when offered to God is of great value. Fr. Kubicki illustrates the importance of St. Joseph and also discusses the Sacred Heart on today's reflection

The opening prayer at Mass today captures the importance of St. Pius V. Why did God choose this holy pope? Fr. Kubicki tells more on today's reflection.

Saint Catherine of Siena is one of the most important women in human history who God called to help solve a great crisis in the Church. Fr. Kubicki shows us how the life of St. Catherine relates to our own lives.

On today's reflection, Fr. Kubicki talks about the lives of St. Louis de Montfort, St. Peter Chanel and St. Gianna Molla. The saints are our heroes and heroines.

We are now in the middle of the 50 days of Easter. Sometimes it is hard to be hopeful and joyful, but Fr. Kubicki encourages us with some inspiring words from Pope Francis on today's reflection.

On the 4th Sunday of Easter, also known as "Good Shepherd Sunday", it's the annual World Day For Vocations. What is an essential ingredient for vocations to the priesthood and religious life? Fr. Kubicki informs us on today's reflection.

Today is the feast of the Evangelist, St. Mark. On today's reflection,  Fr. Kubicki expands on how this feast day is an antidote to the "good old days" syndrome 

Today's saint was given the name Fidelis which is Latin for "faithful". He is the first martyr of the Vatican's Congregation for the Propagation of the faith. Sometimes people's names mean something and Fr. Kubicki is here to show why on today's reflection.

On today's reflection, Fr. Kubicki reflects on the martyrdom of St. George on his feast day. What are the dragons that you face? No matter what that dragon, ask St. George to help you defeat it.

Many people today are celebrating Earth Day which highlights the importance of caring for the environment. Sometimes people think that the Church is anti-environment but that is not true because God wants us to care for the earth. On today's reflection, Fr. Kubicki shares how Pope Benedict XVI was struck by the beauty of the earth in a trip he made in 2008 to Australia

What do you think of when you hear the word, "mystery"? Do you think of Agatha Christie, "Murder She Wrote" or Sherlock Holmes? On today's reflection, Fr. Kubicki suggests that being a part-time detective will not help you when it comes to solving the mysteries of our faith.

The Gospel Readings this coming week are from the Gospel of John, Chapter 6 where Jesus calls on His followers to eat His body and blood. The Son of God humbles himself to become our food. Fr. Kubicki contemplates the words of St. Theresa of Calcutta on today's reflection.

We continue our Easter celebrations today and ponder how Jesus is the "Risen Wayfarer" on today's reflection with Fr. Kubicki.

In the Gospel at Mass today, the disciples are in a boat, it is night and a strong wind blows against them and they become terrified. Do you recall what Jesus said to them when He met them on the water? Fr. Kubicki reminds us of what Jesus said on today's reflection.

At Mass today and during the next week, Jesus teaches He is the Bread of Life and this flesh is true food. Fr. Kubicki helps us to fill this deeper hunger for love that only the Eucharist, the Bread of Life, can satisfy.

The 50 days of the Easter season are there to help us savor the joy of Christ rising from the dead. Did you know that Joy is a virtue that must be exercised? Fr. Kubicki shows us how to cultivate this virtue on today's reflection.

Have you ever been at a televised event where someone is holding a sign saying "John 3:16"? Fr. Kubicki explains why this is pertinent on today's reflection.

In today's First reading we read how the early Christian community was at peace. Fr. Kubicki draws from Pope Francis to expand on this theme of peace and new life.

What did Jesus mean when he used the phrase "born again" when talking with Nicodemus? The meaning is clear and Fr. Kubicki explains on today's reflection.

On today's reflection, Fr. Kubicki recalls a homily from St. John Paul II, which he gave on the very first Divine Mercy Sunday.

What comes to your mind when you hear the word "evangelization?" Fr. Kubicki gives a precise answer on today's reflection.

Today's Gospel is from John 21. Jesus while having breakfast with Peter, asks him three times Simon do you love me and three times Simon peter responds, yes Lord you know I love you. Fr. Kubicki  elaborates on why this happened on today's reflection.

How did Jesus demonstrate to the Apostles that he wasn't a ghost? Fr. Kubicki reminds us of what happened on today's reflection.

Today's Gospel at Mass was the story from Luke about the 2 disciples who met Jesus on the road to Emmaus. Hear what Fr. Kubicki has to say about Jesus being recognized in the breaking of the bread on today's reflection.

The Gospel for today's mass is always from John 20, the story of how St. Mary Magdalen stood weeping outside of the tomb of Jesus. Fr. Kubicki focuses more on this story on today's reflection.

Christ is risen, he is risen indeed! And that greeting is how Eastern Christians great one another during the Easter season. Fr. Kubicki highlights the importance of Easter on today's reflection.

Fr. Kubicki here, wishing you a joyous and Blessed Easter. Christ is risen and invites us to share this hope with the world. Fr. Kubicki shares what Pope Benedict had to say several years ago in a special Easter message to the world.

Several years ago I read an article about what happened on Holy Saturday about Jesus "descending into hell". What does this mean? Fr. Kubicki explains the meaning of this expression on today's reflection.

Today is Good Friday, the day we remember the Crucifixion of Jesus, when God showed us in the clearest way possible how much He loves us. Fr. Kubicki draws again from Pope Benedict for today's reflection.

On this Holy Thursday, Pope Benedict considered the importance of the eyes and hands of Jesus. Fr. Kubicki reminds us of what Pope Benedict said on today's reflection.

Today, the Wednesday of Holy week is known in many places as Spy Wednesday, because tradition has it that Judas Iscariot conspired on this day with the authorities and received 30 pieces of silver to hand Jesus over. 

Fr. Kubicki reflects on the Heart of Jesus on today's reflection and what it has to do with St. John the Apostle.

What do you think of when you hear the word, "extravagant"? This word might be used by some to describe the woman who used expensive oil to anoint Jesus's feet. Fr. Kubicki provides a more in-depth explanation on today's reflection.

Is Holy Week anything more than a ritual and quaint custom? Accompany Fr. Kubicki on today's reflection to discover the truth.

As we get closer and closer to Holy Week, the readings at Mass focus on the growing controversy between Jesus and the religious leaders of His time. We also call this the "Passion" of Jesus. Take notice of what Pope St. Leo the Great had the say about this on today's reflection.

Our readings at Mass today present 2 people who are very alike, both of their names started with the letter "J", and both were prophets who suffered terrible injustices. Yet, both responded to how they were treated in very different ways. Fr. Kubicki affirms who these two people were on today's reflection.

Having just celebrated the Feast of the Annunciation, I think it's a good idea to savor this mystery of our faith and keep it in mind throughout the year. That's a good reason to pray a beautiful prayer that Fr. Kubicki shares on today's reflection.