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St. Jude was one of the 12 Apostles of Jesus
and is the Patron Saint of hopeless causes..
PRAYER TO SAINT JUDE

Most Holy apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of
Jesus,
the Church honors and invokes you universally, as the patron
of hopeless cases, of things almost despaired of.

Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone.
Make use I implore of you, of that particular privilege given
to you, to bring visible and speedy help where help is most
despaired of.

Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive
the consolation and help of heaven in all my necessities,
tribulations and sufferings, particularly
(here make your
request)
and that I may praise God with you and the elect
forever.

I promise, O blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this
great favor, to always honor you as my special and powerful
patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you.

Amen.
A HEALING PRAYER TO SAINT JUDE

Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, friend of Jesus, I place myself in your care
at this difficult time.  Pray for me; help me to know that i need not face
my troubles alone.  

Please join me in my need, asking God to send me consolation in my
sorrow, courage in my fear, and healing in the midst of my suffering.
Ask our loving God to fill me with the grace to accept whatever my lie
ahead for me and my loved ones, and to strengthen my faith in God's
healing power.

Thank you, St. Jude, for the promise of hope you hold out to all who
believe, and inspire me to give this gift of hope to others, as it has
been given to me.

Amen
PRAYER OF HOPE TO ST. JUDE

God of hope, come to me.  Help me to know that your hope is alive in
me as I offer kindness, forgiveness, and tenderness to others.  

I seek the inner calm that comes from trusting in you.  Give me the
courage to be aware of your healing presence.  

May I trust that St. Jude walks with me in times of trouble, and
intercedes on my behalf.  St. Jude fill my heart with hope!

Amen.
PRAYER TO ST. JUDE FOR THE DEPRESSED

St. Jude, friend to those in need, I am weary from grief, without joy,
without hope, struggling through the dark night of the soul.

I turn to you, my most trusted friend.  Take away this emptiness and
the pain of my broken heart.  In your compassion, wipe away my tears
and carry me to a place of peace.  

Too long I have been blind to the goodness of God's world.  Heal me.  I
yearn to feel, to bathe in the light and joy.  Envelop me in brightness,
and do not hold back.  I promise, if you should see me fit to receive
these gifts, I will share them always.

Amen.
PRAYER TO ST. JUDE FOR CARETAKERS

St. Jude, with Jesus you chose the company of the poor and sick.  
As I care for this holy person who suffers, work through me to ease the
pain my loved ones endures.  

Help me to know my limits and accept my feelings as I cope with
difficulties and stress.  When I am saddened, let me offer my smile, and
in doing so, may I glorify you and all the saints in heaven.  
Nothing is more powerful than real gentleness.

Lord Jesus, you healed wounds and diseases of all kinds with a loving
touch and a heart full of compassion.  Teach me your way of humble
service.

Amen.
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PRAYER TO ST. JUDE FOR ETERNAL LIFE

You are my solace St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow.  I pray that
you will guide my heart alway from the darkness of fear and into the
light of Christ.  

May the hope that St. Jude keeps alive in my heart be a source of
comfort to all those who grieve.  For in that hope, we know God's
tender mercy, and we trust God's promises of eternal life.  

My soul  longs for the fullness of life, which will  be revealed to me
when I am at God's right hand in heaven.  Stay by my side, St. Jude,
so that my soul will always know the power of your healing love.

Amen.
PRAYER TO ST. JUDE FOR EMPLOYMENT

Lord Jesus, my desire to work is itself your gift.  You made me with
talents so I could shine your light to all the world.  Send your spirit to
guide me to work that will provide security, joy, and most of all the
ability to serve You in love.

St. Jude, I do no know where I am going -  And so I call upon you in my
need.  Bless my spirit with the determination to press on.  Give my
heart patience and fortitude.  Help me, dear friend, to know that God's
plan for me is forged out of love.  

Amen.
PRAYER TO ST. JUDE FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY CANCER

Dearest protector, St. Jude, my companion, you are the bearer of
abiding hope.  I place myself in your care as I bear the cross of cancer.
 I trust that you walk with me, and give me courage when I am afraid,
strength when I grow weary, hope when it seems all is lost.

Most faithful patron, never leave my side.  May our friendship remind
me always of the love God offers to each of his faithful children, and
the healing he provides to all those who believe in his saving power.

Amen.
PRAYER TO ST. JUDE FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY ADDICTION

God of life, You made me in Your perfect image, to live in Your love
and to give You glory, honor and praise.  Open my heart to you
healing power.  Come Lord Jesus, calm the waters of my soul just as
you whispered "Peace" to the stormy sea.

St. Jude, most holy apostle, in my need I cry out to you.
I beg you to intercede for me that I may find strength to overcome my
weakness.  Bless all those who struggle with addiction.  Touch them,
heal them, reassure them of the Father's constant love.  Remain at
my side, St. Jude, to chase away all evil temptations, fears and
doubts.  May the quiet assurance of your loving presence illuminate
the darkness in my heart and bring lasting peace.  

Amen.
PRAYER TO ST. JUDE FOR THE SICK

St. Jude, you who are faithful, humble and meek, bless all those
afflicted with sickness.  
Heal our bodies, and give us the strength Jesus had as He carried
the cross.  Soothe our minds, and bring the knowledge of truth, that
God's immeasurable love for us never ends.  Touch our souls with
your peace.  

St. Jude I long for healing.  You witnessed Jesus lay His hands on
many who were sick.  Bring to Him my prayer, that he may give me
health, so that I may love and serve Him ever faithfully.

Amen.
I receive the gifts of God with a grateful spirit.

St. Jude, help me to see the blessings that
surround me and give me life.  

I offer you my prayer of thanksgiving.  

Give me the grace to be ever thankful for the love
and mercy of God and the gift of life each day.

May this gratitude inspire me to give generously
without heeding the cost.  

Be with me now, St. Jude.

Linger with me in gratitude, and let thanks fill my
heart, washing away all pain and trouble.

May I desire nothing except to be in your presence,
walking with you in the world to spread hope, love
and thanksgiving among all God's children.

Amen.
St. Jude Prayer in the Morning
St. Jude, giver of hope, let the promise
of this new day fill me with wonder.

Goodness surrounds me this morning.  

The sun rising to greet the earth recalls the joy
of Easter morning, when Christ's light burst forth,
showing all the world His glory.

St. Jude, place a spark of hope in my heart, and ignite in me
a fire burning with the love of God.

Bless me in my work today.  

Help me to forgive readily and to know and do
God's holy and true will.   

May everything that I am bring glory to God,
and lead me closer to you, my ever loving friend.

Amen.
St. Jude Prayer at Night

Come St. Jude, dearest companion.  

Quiet my heart, and free my spirit.

Help me to recognize the gifts of this day.

I go now to rest.  Refresh me this night with peaceful sleep.  

Hold me and my loved ones close to you, keep us safe, and
protects us from the evil one.

Guide and heal my tired mind and body.

Bring me safely to another day, that I may live to serve Jesus,
and walk with you in hope of my heavenly reward.

Amen.
PRAYER TO ST. JUDE FOR A SPECIAL INTENTION

St. Jude, apostle of Christ, the Church honors you and prays to
you universally as the patron saint of hopeless causes.

Intercede that we may again experience this joy in answer to
our present need if it is God's desire for us.

We know our prayers will be heard through your intercession.
(Here make your special intention)

Great apostle St. Jude, we thank you for your intercession in
response to our prayers.

We will always be grateful to you.

Amen.

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