Bishop Zubik implores us to have an attitude of gratitude. He reflects on praying the Office prayers throughout the day, specifically the Night Prayer in which he thinks back about what went right and wrong in the day. He says that Thanksgiving shouldn't be a one day national holiday, but an everyday occurance.…

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, reflects on a conversation he had with a 2nd grader who asked him if he missed kissing. Bishop Zubik answered the boy by saying that he kisses every day because when he extends his hands and kisses the altar before the Mass, the action is to represent the humility and love of Christ. (R…

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, talks about the recent clergy abuse in the Church. He also talks about his 5-point action plan that explains what the Church has done and continues to do to repent for the abuse that some people experienced in the Church. Let us remember that when we see Jesus in every broken heart, the…

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, talks about the recent attacks of violence and expressions of hate and derision towards Pittsburgh police, and how the police who stood against these attacks are true heroes of service. Let us pray in thanksgiving for those who run towards danger in order to protect us from harm. (Recor…

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, reflects on victory over death. As a child, Bishop Zubik contracted measles, slipped into a coma, and almost died. Bishop Zubik challenges us to fast from the restless "why" questions during Lent and to trust that God has a plan for all of our confusion and hardships. (Recorded on March…

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, highlights the importance of upholding the dignity of every human life. He shares two stories focusing on the tragic practices of slavery and the death penalty. In both stories, the outspokenness of one individual led the Church to look at “the right to life” with a broad eye. (Recorded…

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, challenges us to take up Pope Francis' call to look beyond ourselves and help those in need. He cites examples of our Holy Father. He also points out how the Diocese of Pittsburgh has been helping the desolate of Peru since the 1950's and 60's. (Recorded on October 4, 2019) This podcast…

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, encourages us to view Easter as a way of life beyond a liturgical season. We should view it as more a "verb" than a "noun" and make our own the exclamatory prayer, "Easter us, O Lord!" as did many of those who first encountered the Risen Lord! (Recorded on May 21, 2019) This podcast is …

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, exhorts us to take a stand against abortion. He focuses particularly on the new law in the state of New York and the proposal in Virginia which would legalize late-term abortions and infanticide. May we defend with renewed vigor the weak, handicapped, and most defenseless among us. (Rec…

Bishop David A. Zubik, as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, highlights the importance of apologizing and making amends. He shares how a stranger approached him and apologized for saying mean-spirited things about him to others. Bishop Zubik was inspired by her humility and forgave her. Let us consider the people who may need an apology from us. …