Fr. Kubicki’s 2 Minute Prayer Reflection – Relevant Radio

Where I live, most of the leaves have been gathered from the trees to be thrown away. What did the great American poet, Robert Frost have to say about raking leaves? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

There are all sorts of virtues, the ones we call "theological", and others, the ones we call "cardinal". What is the one other virtue that we need to make all of these work? Uncover what it is on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today the Church honors a saint who found 2 communities to serve the developmentally disabled. It was the love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus that motivated him. Who was this great saint? Discover who on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

I'm sure you've heard the expression that "when God closes one door, he will always open up another". I thought of this expression today in light of the life of St. Anthony Marie Claret. Find out more about this great saint on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today's Saint is the patron saint of military chaplains. Who was this great saint who administered to the armies who fought against Turkish invaders at the Battle of Belgrade? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today is the feast of Saint Pope John Paul II, though he died in April, his feast day is being celebrated on the day he was officially inaugurated Pope in 1978. Pray with Fr. Kubicki using a special prayer invoking the Holy Spirit on today's reflection.

Have you ever thought of the Rosary as a mindless and meaningless prayer as an example of the vain repetition that Jesus warned against? The reality is that if you pray the Rosary and not just say the Rosary, it is a powerfully contemplative prayer. Hear what Pope Benedict 16 had to say on today's reflection from Fr. James Kubicki.

St. Paul of the Cross was deeply devoted to the passion of Jesus. He founded a religious congregation called the Passionists. What did this saint have to say about the patience of Christ? You will know if you listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today's Gospel has a parable about the necessity to pray always without becoming weary. Hear what Pope Francis had to say about this parable on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Of The 4 Gospels which is your favorite? Many like the Gospel of Luke whose feast day is today. Inform yourself on who this great saint is on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Some years ago in my final preparation for ordination, I worked with Sister Dorothy who worked with seminarians on their field assignments. Hear what Sister Dorothy said on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

At the Last Supper, Jesus prayed for His apostles to the Father. I thought of this because it is the feast of St. Margaret Mary and she wrote a consecration prayer. What does it mean to consecrate oneself? Uncover the answer on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

I'm sure you're all familiar with St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta, and earlier this month we celebrated a feast in honor of St. Theresa the Little Flower. However, today we honor the woman for whom both of these holy women were named, St. Theresa of Avila. Pick up more knowledge about this great saint on today's reflection from Father Kubicki.

Jesus did not promise that His followers would have it easy. In fact, He said that if they persecuted Him the leader, they would surely persecute His followers. Continue to learn about how Christians should handle persecution on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

The Gospel at mass today is about healing and thanksgiving. You might recall the story of the 10 lepers where Jesus healed them all, and yet only one returned to give Him thanks. What kind of healing does this Gospel passage reflect on? Uncover the meaning with Fr. Kubicki on today's reflection.

Today is the feast of Pope St. John the 23rd who wrote about the Rosary. Learn more about the enthusiasm he had for this special prayer on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

In 1966 Pope St. Paul the 6th wrote a letter to the Church entitled on "Prayers For Peace During October." Discover more about what Pope Paul 6 was concerned about on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Here's a trivia question, who is the patron saint of pharmacists? If you think about the several saints that the Church honors today, you will get the answer. Discover who, by listening to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Like so many things, the apparitions and messages of Fatmia seem have to been forgotten. Listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki to find out what Pope Benedict had written about Fatima.

Have you ever heard of the great Chicago Fire? I suspect you have heard the story of how it started. To hear more about what happened, listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Did you know that Pope Leo the 13th wrote 12 encyclical letters about the Rosary. What did Pope Leo 13 write and how does it relate today's feast day? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Marie Rose Durocher was the youngest of 10 children. She organized a young women's group at her parish and was asked by the Bishop of Montreal to become a sister. Find out more about her life on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Both readings from this Sunday's liturgy are about faith. Find out more about how prayer and faith go together on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki

Today is the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. What comes to mind when you think of St. Francis? Find out more about this great saint on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today we are celebrating the Feast of St. Francis Borgia who is an example to us that God can make us saints in spite of what our family is like. Listen up, because today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki will teach you more about this great saint.

Today is the feast of the Guardian Angels. I like to thank them because I am convinced that my guardian angel is with me, caring for me always and I don't want to take him for granted. Find out more on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Out of the 38 Doctors of the Church who is the youngest? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Do you ever struggle with your passions? If so, today's saint, St. Jerome, is the saint for you. To find out more about this great saint, listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Sacred Scripture and the Church's Tradition help us to discern two aspects of what an angel is. To find out more about angels, listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Jesus tells us about the parable of the rich man and the poor man, Lazarus. The rich man ends up separated from Abraham. Did God condemn the rich man? Find out in today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

St. Vincent DePaul is the patron saint of all charitable societies and people who engage in works of charity. What else can we learn from St. Vincent DePaul. Hear his words on today's reflection from Father Kubicki.

Most of us know what mercenaries are, but what about "unmercenaries"? To learn how to become an "unmercenary", listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Back in 2021, Pope Francis preached on today's Mass reading. What did Pope Francis say about the Israelites rebuilding the Temple and how it relates to us today? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

In some parts of the world today, the Church celebrates the feast of Our Lady of Ransom. What is the story behind this feast day? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today is the Feast of St. Padre Pio, A Capuchin Franciscan Friar who is one of the most popular saints in modern times. Hear more about the life of this great saint on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

I am thinking of light today, because Jesus talks about light in the Gospel. What is the purpose of light in the Gospel? Find out in today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

The Parables of Jesus are designed to provoke thought and almost shock a person into deeper thought. To hear more about the dishonest steward, listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today the Church honors the memory of St. Andrew Kim Taegon and 102 other Christians who were martyred in Korea in the 1800's. Find out more on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

A lot of people are gathering today in Naples, Italy to celebrate the Feast of St. Januarius. He was their bishop and he died in the year 305 during the last big persecution of Christians by the Roman Empire. What else is this saint known for? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Not all the saints whom the Church honors have a feast day that the entire Church celebrates. Today we remember St. Thomas Villanova who was Archbishop of Valencia, Spain. What did St. Thomas do with the 4,000 pieces of gold he recieved? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Some people consider St. Robert Bellarmine to be the greatest theologian of his time. St. Robert was a member of the Society of Jesus and developed a reputation for answering Protetant objections to Catholic doctrine. To learn more about this great saint, listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today we celebrate the feast of two saints who wrote to each other regrading admitting those who renounced the faith out of fear of martyrdom. Who were these great saints? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

After celebrating a feast in honor of the Cross, today we share in the memory of Our Lady of Sorrows. It used to be called the Seven Sorrows of Mary. To find out what those seven sorrows are, listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Have you ever wondered why we Catholics and Orthodox Christians make the Sign of the Cross? There is more to this sign that meets the eye. To learn more, listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today the Church honors a great saint of the Eastern Church, St. John Chrysostom. This great bishop had a lot of great things to say about prayer. Hear some of them on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today we celebrate the feast of The Holy Name of Mary. Why do we honor the name of Mary? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Today we remember what happened during the terrorist attacks on 9/11. Hear what Archbishop Jose Gomez had to say in 9/11's aftermath on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

Have you ever thought about what the word "Beatitude" means? Find out more about the meaning behind this word on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

One of the greatest evils in human history was slavery. Kidnapping and enslaving individuals is a grave injustice. Today we are celebrating the Feast Day of St. Peter Claver who cared for the African slaves as they arrived in South America.

Get the cake and the candles out because we are celebrating the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary! Why do we celebrate this feast day? Find out on today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki.

At Mass today we hear some challenging words from Jesus about picking up our crosses and following him. How are we to take these words? Listen to today's reflection from Fr. Kubicki to find out.