On the eve of Christmas Eve, we get the last of the O Antiphons. In the song O com O come Emanuel the last O Antiphon is used as the first verse. Even as we are here on earth, we realize that we are not alone.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

In today’s Gospel we hear about Mary’s visitation to Elizabeth. What does this story teach us about how to deal with difficult situations? Father Kubicki shares some deep insights in this insightful reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today’s O antiphon talks about putting to flight deaths dark shadow. Why at this time do we talk about darkness and light and death and life? Father Kubicki explains the reason for this in this insightful reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Father Kubicki shares today’s O antiphon about the key to the house of David. When the doors of heaven were locked because of sin Jesus came into the world to open wide the gates of heaven for us through his passion.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today’s O Antiphon, which helps us prepare for the coming of Jesus at Christmas, is about Jesse the father of King David. One of Jesus’ titles is Son of David. As the king Jesus comes to us to defend and conquer sin in our lives.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today’s O Antiphon talks about the might of God. God has come to us in many powerful ways throughout the bible. How does he come to us today? Not in strong power but in weakness and humility in coming as a baby.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Father Kubicki talks about the O Antiphons and in particular the one for today which asks for wisdom from Jesus. What is wisdom though? Father Kubicki shares the insight as to what wisdom is in this reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Have you heard of the song O Come O Come Emanuel? Did you know this song is over 1,000 years old? This song talks about something more interesting than you probably think. Father explains in this intriguing reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is Gaudete Sunday, which calls us to rejoice. Father shares why we should rejoice and how we can share that joy with those who are lacking in joy in their lives. How does Mary show us joy? Find out in this reflection from Father Kubicki.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint John of the Cross, a man who helped bring about reform in the Church. He lived a life of suffering but wrote great things about hope. Listen to this reflection to gain some hope in your life.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Lucy. Saint Lucy is the Patron saint of people with eye problems. She was a consecrated virgin. She was martyred for her faith and is a reminder that we are called to be light just like Saint Lucy.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Mary under this title is the patroness of the entire western hemisphere. Father shares some words from Pope Saint John Paul II about Our Lady of Guadalupe which encourages us to have trust in Mary.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Pope Damasus I. This saint did many things to help the Church. One of which is his promotion of the veneration of the saints. Why is it important to venerate the saints? Father explains in this reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Our lady of Loreto. Loreto is a town in Italy with a special house. Father explains what makes this house so special. It belongs to a very important person in salvation history.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today we celebrate the solemnity of the Immaculate conception. Do you want to know what this feast day is and why it is so important? Check out this insightful and informative reflection from Father James Kubicki.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

The readings for today’s Mass are about road building. Father Kubicki talks about the importance of good, paved roads and shares some stories from his childhood to help illustrate this concept. Check out this great advent reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of saint Ambrose of Milan. How long did it take Saint Ambrose to get ordained after his baptism? Father Kubicki explains this and many other great things about this great saint.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Nicholas. Saint Nicholas was at a major council of the Church. Do you know which one that is? Father shares some insights about how we are called to be lights which reflect the light of Christ to those around us.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Advent tells us that Christmas is at hand. Father Kubicki shares some words from Pope John the XXIII who prayed the third Joyful mystery of the rosary for all of the children who would be morn that day.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Do you have any pictures of loved ones in your wallet or in your house? Is it bad to look lovingly at a photo of your loved one? In the same way is it bad to venerate icons? Today’s saint was a great defender of icons in the Church.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Francis Xavier and the anniversary of the apostle ship of prayer’s founding. Father Kubicki shares how this missionary work was founded and invites us to join in on the missionary work through our prayers.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Father Kubicki shares the origins of the advent wreath. The advent wreaths are blessed at the beginning of advent and used in the Church in preparation for Christmas. Check out this reflection to learn about the symbolism of this object.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the beginning of the new year in the Church’s calendar, so Happy New Year! Father Kubicki shares some insights from Pope Benedict about the season of Advent which we are called to reflect on the time we have.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Andrew the apostle. Father Kubicki shares how Saint Andrew was called by Jesus to follow him. Father Kubicki shares how this story is a great example of evangelization.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Father Kubicki shares some insights from Dorothy Day, a woman who converted to the Catholic Church though Grace that springs from Charity. This great woman shares with us the truth of the Catholic Church in very eloquent words.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today, on Thanksgiving, Father Kubicki reflects on the history of our country and of the national holiday of Thanksgiving. When things are going well, we often forget to be thankful. Let us thank God at all times through the good and the bad.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Mary appeared to a sister named Catherine Labore. Father Kubicki shares some words from this simple saint who experienced many graces and blessings from Mary one of which is a medal known as the Miraculous Medal.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast day of Cathrine of Alexandria. This saint is a great saint who challenged an emperor with her great wisdom. Father shares some lofty words from this eloquent saint and invites us to meditate upon them.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint John Berchmans, a young Jesuit saint who is the patron saint of alter serves. Father Kubicki shares a letter from this saint about gratitude for God for all of the things He has done for us.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today on the last Sunday of the Churches calendar we celebrate the feast of Christ the King. Father shares some insights from today’s Gospel and shares how Jesus is indeed a king but not of this world.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Father Miguel Pro, a martyr for the Church. Father shares a great story about his execution. This story is filled with valor, forgiveness and a great mystery which points to our feast tomorrow.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Cecilia, a martyr of the Church who sang the praises of God even as she lay dying from many wounds. Music is very powerful, Father Kubicki explains the great importance of music.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of the Presentation of Mary. This is a different feast from the presentation of Jesus. When Mary was young, she was dedicated to the temple and spent her time preparing herself to become the temple of God when Jesus was conceived.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

As we remember the dead Father Kubicki invites us to reflect on the loss of our loved ones. How much do you think about your own death? Death is not the end, but a new beginning so be sure to prepare for your own death.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

The month of November is dedicated to praying for the souls of the faithful departed. Father Kubicki shares a document from the second Vatican Council about the souls in purgatory being united in the body of Christ just like us.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

In the United States of America, we Celebrate the feast of a French woman who came to America. Her name is Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne. In many respects she was not very successful, but she was faithful which is what we are all called it.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Are you afraid of the end of the world? Father gives comfort, if you do have fear, in the words of the Our Father. This time of year, the Church gives us readings of the end of the world but be at ease with this reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Gertrude. Father explains the importance of the image of the Heart of Jesus for a living relationship with God. What does this have to do with Saint Gertrude? Father explains in this reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Is science and religion opposing to each other? Father answers this question and shares some surprising facts about the great leaders who made leaps in the field of science. That said, science is just one of the ways in which we come to know things.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Father shares some thoughts from Pope Francis about this month where we remember those who have passed on before us. Our hope is that we will come to a resurrected body one day. How do you think about this reality?Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Frances Cabrini. This great saint dreamed of being a missionary when she was a little girl. She eventually did become a missionary but not in the way she was expecting. You may be able to relate with this saint.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

How Many Catholic Churches are there that are united under the Pope? This means something which you probably don’t expect. Today we celebrate the feast of Saint Jehoshaphat, a Saint who belongs to one specific church in the Catholic Churches.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Happy Veterans Day. Today is also the feast of Saint Martin of Tours, a Roman soldier who clothed a poor man with his own cloak who turned out to be some more important than Saint Martin would have ever expected.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Father shares his thoughts on today’s Gospel about today’s widow who contributed all she had. In the same way Jesus contributed all He had for us, His whole life. Our lives must imitate Christ in giving all we can.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today we celebrate the dedication of the Pope's Cathedral in Rome, Saint John Lateran Basilica. There is a tradition that the wooden alter which Saint Peter celebrated Mass on is still there today.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Father talks about what Saint Paul teaches about the Body of Christ. Do you consider yourself part of the body of Christ like your own body has different parts but is one body? Even though we may die we still remain in the body of Christ.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Father Kubicki reminds us that we are part of the body of Christ as Christians, both the living and the dead. We should never limit ourselves to asking, “how can I save myself” We must also ask how can we help each other to heaven.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Do you think that when you come to the end of your life here on earth you are going to be perfect? For most of us, we will not be perfect when we die. But don’t you have to be holy in order to see God? Father explains how this works.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Do you believe in heaven and hell? Did you know Jesus taught about both? Did Jesus talk about purgatory at all? Father Kubicki answers the very logical question of why purgatory is important to be in existence.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által

Today is the feast of Saint Charles Borromeo, a great bishop who helped others in many different ways. How do you deal with many distractions while at Mass? Father gives the answer to this and other questions in this reflection.Fr. Kubicki 2 Minute Prayer Reflections által