07.18.21-St Jude-
It goes without question that St. Jude has been by my side since my early high school years. I attended a private high school where it was expected that virtually all its graduates would go on to further education. With no exaggeration I wasn’t the brightest bulb on the tree, far from it; still not! But I was desperate and someone told me about St Jude. The St. Jude novena was much more difficult way back then. Those seeking his assistance would make a “nine-week” novena with promise to publish. Remembering for me to do anything for nine full weeks would almost require a novena in itself. Now the rules, like so many other issues, have been relaxed. Now the requirement is for a “nine-day” novena. Almost as easy as remembering to brush your teeth before bed. I did it and he not only got me into an exceptional college, he watched over me until the day I graduated. I will admit I did not excel there either, but I lasted whereas one-third of my original class did not.
I could easily go on for another two-hours on all that he has achieved for me but I’ll leave that for another day at the virtual pulpit. It’s simple; Ask, believe and pray the novena prayer below and you will see results. This novena is not to be trifled with, with prayers for lottery numbers or help in finding a new girlfriend, that won’t work. At one time I did not get my prayers answered as I was hoping for, in fact, no answer at all, but about 2-weeks later my novena was answered appropriately; but I will leave that for another time.
Personally, I’m at it again. Being so much older now my request for help is of a more altruistic nature. I have faith, and even though I believe I’ll have a favorable answer, sadly, the situation will be that I, most likely, will never be made privy to his assistance.
O Holy St. Jude!
Apostle and Martyr,
great in virtue and rich in miracles,
near kinsman of Jesus Christ,
faithful intercessor for all who invoke you,
special patron in time of need;
to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart,
and humbly beg you,
to whom God has given such great power,
to come to my assistance;
help me now in my urgent need and grant my earnest petition.
I will never forget thy graces and favors you obtain for me
and I will do my utmost to spread devotion to you.
Amen.St. Jude, pray for us and all who honor thee and invoke thy aid.
Recite 3 Our Fathers, 3 Hail Mary’s, and 3 Glory Be’s