Novenas

St. Jude Thaddeus, we entrust to you our urgent need!

October 2024

Dear Friend,

Do you feel like the weight of the world is resting, uncomfortably, on your shoulders? Maybe you’re caring for a sick loved one, concerned about how a beloved son or daughter will make ends meet, or worrying about a grandson who doesn’t go to church anymore.

At times like these, we rely on our faith. We pray to our Lord Jesus and are comforted by his reassuring presence. And we feel the unconditional love he has for us.

We can also look to the saints. They are a gift our faith gives us to guide us through our struggles.

Especially during your toughest days, you can turn to Saint Jude, our Patron of Hope, in difficult or seemingly hopeless times, and ask him to intercede on your behalf for the petitions in your heart. Offer your prayers to him and you’ll see how prayer changes your life, gives you strength and encouragement, and lights your way to real hope.

Whatever you are worrying about today, Saint Jude hears you. He has proven again and again he is a faithful friend in times of need.

This October please join us in honoring Saint Jude, Saint of Hope, during two special Novenas of Masses.

The Novena in petition will be offered October 11-19 and the Novena in thanksgiving will be offered October 20-28.

We invite you to personally share in consolation and hope during the Novenas.

Hope is a spiritual gift we all need. As Saint Jude received the gift of the Holy Spirit in the tongue of fire, that fire can light your way and bring the warmth of the spirit and God’s love into what can be for some a dark and cold world.

Please join us each day of these special Novenas of daily Mass and prayer. Submit your personal intentions today. The friars and I will be praying for you each day. When you place your fears and problems in the hands of Saint Jude and pray with us, you’ll know that you are not alone.

Please also remember our missionaries among your intentions and if you are able, include an offering of any amount to assist their work here in the United States and in our missions in Central America.

May Saint Jude watch over you and may the good Lord grant your petitions.

With every blessing,

Fr. Robert, O.F.M.