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

Father Kubicki talks about the novena. What is the Novena and where does it come from? Father shares the interesting story of the first novena ever said in the history of the Church. Check out this reflection to find out more.

Today we celebrate 22 young men from Africa who were kill in the late 1800s. Father shares some words from Pope Saint John Paul II’s words about these heroic martyrs. Deepen your own knowledge of the Church so you can share her better with others.

Today is the feast of two martyrs for the Church for the Church who we celebrate today, Peter and Marcellinus. Father Kubicki shares the story of these brave saints who gave their lives to be joined with the Sacrifice of Jesus.

Today the feast of the Ascension is being celebrated in the United States of America and in many other places around the world. Father Kubicki shares some words from Pope Francis about this feast today.

Today is the feast of the Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth. Father Kubicki shares a reflection which Pope Benedict shared on this passage of Mary going to help her elderly cousin. What can we learn from this momentous event?

Today is the feast of Saint Jon of Arc. Father Kubicki shares some words from Mark Twain about a book he wrote about this great saint. Father shares the heroic story and martyrdom of Saint Jon of Arc.

Today many parts of the world are celebrating the Ascension of Jesus. What is the Ascension and how are we lifted up to God through the ascension of Our Lord. Father Kubicki explains in today’s reflection.

Today is the feast of Saint Bernard of Menthon, a priest who traveled around the alps preaching the Gospel and helping pilgrims who needed assistance in the dangerous passes of the mountains.

Today is the feast of Saint Augustine of Canterbury, a monk who was sent to England to evangelize the fierce Anglo-Saxon people of the area. After concurring his fear, they traveled across the channel and did great work for God

Today is the feast of Saint Philip Neri, a saint known for his cheerfulness and joy. Was Jesus a joyful man? Father Kubicki gives a pretty convincing argument about the joy of Christ and shares some interesting insights for today’s saint.

Father Kubicki shares some words from Pope Benedict about today’s Sunday celebration. How is Mary connected with the event of Pentecost? Father explains this truth in today’s daily reflection.

Today is the feast of Mary help of Christians. Father talks about the basilica in Wisconsin dedicated to Mary under this title. How did this feast home about? Father Kubicki explains in today’s daily reflection.

Today is the anniversary of the death of the most decorated Military Chaplain in US history, Father Emil Joseph Kapaun. When he was captured by enemy soldiers, he showed great bravery and helped support his fellow comrades.

Today is the feast of Saint Rita. Her story is sad and seemed like a hopeless journey from motherhood to the convent. Could she be the saint of baseball? Father Kubicki explores this great saint in today’s reflection.

Viva Cristo Rey, Viva la Virgen de Guadalupe. That phrase use by Saint Christopher Magallanes and Companions, the saints who we celebrate today. Father Kubicki shares their story of courage.

Today is the feast of St. Bernardine of Siena, a man who defended the name of Jesus. Why is the name of Jesus so important and why should we not take it in vain? Father answers these great questions in this reflection.

Today is the feast of Pope Celestine V, a hermit who was elected pope during a division in the Church. He abdicated the papacy because of his inadequacy to the position of the papacy. Father shares the story of this great saint.

"And they’ll know we are Christians by our love by our love, and they’ll know we are Christians by our love." Where do these popular lyrics come from? Father explains the origins of these lyrics and what love is really.

Today is the feast of Paschal Baylón, a Franciscan brother who had a great devotion to the Eucharist. He spent hours in the adoration Chapel because of his great love and devotion. How can we grow in devotion of the Eucharist?

Today we celebrate the feast of Saint Simon Stock, a Carmelite whom Mary entrusted with the gift of the Brown Scapular. Do you want to know more about this devotion? Check out this informative reflection.

Today is the feast of Saint Isadore the farmer. How can we sanctify our lives in our daily tasks to God? Father Kubicki answers this question through the example of today’s saint who worked for God’s glory.

Today is the feast of Saint Matthias one of the Apostles who wasn’t one of the original twelve. What is Saint Matthias known for and what can he teach us today? Father answers that question in today’s reading.

Today is the feast of our Lady of Fatima. Father talks about the devotion which Pope Francis had to our Lady of Fatima. Father shares some insights from Pope Francis about Mary under the title Our Lady of Fatima.

Today is the feast of two brothers who were soldiers in the Roman Army, Saints Nereus and Achilleus. Not much is known about these two saints but some of the early popes have said great things about them. Check it out in this reflection.

Today is the Fourth Sunday of Easter and also known as Good Sheperd Sunday. We are encouraged to pray for vacations on this day. What does it mean to have a vocation and what is required for any vocation?

Today is the feast of Saint Damien of Molokai, a priest who served lepers who were not allowed to leave an island. Father explains the source of Saint Damien’s great charity and happiness. Find out that secret in today’s reflection.

How does Mary being “our mother” help us grow closer together as people and a Church? Father explains this in the Month of May through the letters of a Bishop who was imprisoned for many years by communists

Who was the first person in history to honor Mary? Father explains this and the importance of honoring Mary, especially in this month of May. Hint: You can find it in the Bible in Luke’s Gospel.

Do you want to follow Jesus? Did you know that Jesus honored Mary as His mother? If Jesus honored His mother, shouldn’t we also on Mary? Father helps us understand love for Mary better in this reflection.

Since the early 16th century Catholics have dedicated each month to a particular devotion. The Month of May is dedicated to the Mary. Father shares a poem which may shed some light on why May is Mary’s month.

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Father Kubicki shares a story of why we celebrate Cinco de Mayo. The people of Mexico are such a gift to the Church, especially through their devotion to the blessed mother.

Today’s Gospel reading is from the Gospel of John. It relates how Jesus made Himself known to His Apostles after His resurrection. The way Peter and John react to Jesus’ presence is different but also both good. How do you respond to Jesus?

Today is the feast of the two Apostles, Philip and James the Lesser. Father talks about how Philip is such a relatable person in the bible. Wonder how that is? Father explains in this powerful reflection.

Today is the feast of Saint Athanasius, a great bishop and doctor of the Church. Father shares some words from this great saint about the need to keep our death in minds as we strive to live one day at a time.

Today is the feast of Saint Josph the Worker. On this day we remember the value of work in the sanctification of our lives. Father shares some inspirational prayer about our need in our trials and toils of work.

Today is the Feast of Pope Pius V. This saint got together a fleet of Christian forces to fight against the Turkish forces who were preventing pilgrims from going to the Holy Land. Who won? How did they win? Father explains this reflection.

Today is the feast of Saint Cathrine of Siena. She was gifted with the wounds of Christ in the form of the Stigmata. Father explains the great love of this saint which caused her to be so united with the Lord.

Today is the feast of Saint Louis De Montfort. Saint Louis De Montfort had a great devotion to Mary. Why did he have such a great devotion to Mary? Why should you have a devotion to Mary? Father explains in today’s reflection.

Happy Divine Mercy Sunday! Father Kubicki explains the origins of this feast day and the meaning of the painting which Jesus asked to have painted. What does Jesus want from us? Father shares that in this reflection.

Father talks about the last line from today’s Gospel from Mark. What does it mean to proclaim the Gospel to every creature? Can we proclaim the Gospel to every creature? Father explains in today’s reflection.

Father explains today’s Gospel reading about how Jesus, after His resurrection, met the apostles while they fished. How does this story relate to us in our lives? Father shares the poignant lessons from these readings.

Father Kubicki talks about the Christian belief in the resurrection of the body. What is the teaching all about? Do we just get revived into the same bodies which we have now? Or does something else happen?

Today we hear about the story from the Gospel of Luke Chapter 24, about the road to Emmaus. How does this story reflect the Mass? Father Kubicki explains this passage and how it connects to the Mass in a very real way.

Father Kubicki shares the story of how Jesus appeared to Mary Magdalene after He rose from the dead. Why does this story show us and how can we live with the resurrected Jesus in our lives?

Happy second day of Easter! As Catholics we are still celebrating Easter. We celebrate Easter for eight days after Easter day, called the Octave of Easter. We can’t get enough of a good thing like Easter!

Happy Easter! Christ is risen he is risen indeed! Father Kubicki shares some words from Pope Benedict about the resurrection of Jesus and how that relates to our resurrection on the last day when we will receive glorified bodies.

Today is Holy Saturday. Father Kubicki shares a reading from the Breviary reflecting on this day. God has died in the flesh and hell trembles in fear. Check out the inspiring insights in this reflection.

Today is Good Friday, the day on which Jesus died on the cross for us. While Jesus was on the cross, He said, “I thirst.” Jesus thirsts for your love and to let Him love you. Will you quench the thirst of God?

Today is the solemn day called Holy Thursday. Why is this day so important? Today is the day that Jesus performed His greatest miracle. What is that and why is it so significant? Father explains in this reflection.

Father shares some insights from Pope Benedict about Simon of Cyrene who helped Jesus carried His cross. Simon couldn’t have known the importance of what he did when he help Jesus take the cross.

Father shares a reflection by Cardinal Joseph Zen on the Stations of the Cross. In particular father shares station of Jesus meeting the women of Jerusalem. Like the women Jesus met we ask ourselves what should we weep for?