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National Shrine of St. Jude
We invite you learn about the history of the shrine and join in our devotion to St. Jude, a faithful friend in times of difficulty.
St. Jude is the Catholic patron saint of impossible causes. The National Shrine of St. Jude and the St. Jude League bring together hundreds of thousands of devotees in a community of prayer and hope to our patron saint. We invite you to join us and send your prayers to St. Jude, as he has proven to be a beacon of hope to those facing seemingly impossible trials and tribulations.
Weekly Devotion – September 16th
Who is Jesus for you? While Jesus was compared to the prophets and John the Baptist, it was through his faith that Peter came to know who Jesus really was.…
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Bible Diary for September 15th – September 21st
SundaySeptember 15th 24th Sunday in Ordinary TimeOur Lady of Sorrows 1st Reading: Is 50:5-9a:The Lord God opens my ear that I may hear; and I have not rebelled, have not…
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Weekly Devotion – September 9th
The prayer that Jesus uttered over the deaf man in Sunday’s Gospel is His ardent desire for all of us: that by being open to His Word we might be…
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Bible Diary for September 8th – September 14th
SundaySeptember 8th 23rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeBirth of the Virgin Mary 1st Reading: Is 35:4-7a:Thus says the Lord: Say to those whose hearts are frightened: Be strong, fear not! Here…
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September 2024 Day of Prayer for the Healing of Cancer
Throughout today’s liturgies at the National Shrine of St. Jude, we will pray in a special way for all those who suffer from cancer. Join us today, and on the first…
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Weekly Devotion – September 2nd
In Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus challenges the Pharisees to make certain that the motivations in their hearts truly live up to what they profess with their words and ritual gestures. For…
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Bible Diary for September 1st – September 7th
SundaySeptember 1st 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 1st Reading: Dt 4:1-2, 6-8:Moses said to the people: “Now, Israel, hear the statutes and decrees which I am teaching you to observe,…
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Weekly Devotion – August 26th
Our reflection from this week’s Gospel is: “Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” Real faith seeks understanding. In this week’s Gospel, Peter knew…
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Bible Diary for August 25th – August 31st
SundayAugust 25th 21st Sunday in Ordinary TimeSt. Louis IXSt. Joseph Calasanz 1st Reading: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b:Joshua gathered together all the tribes of Israel at Shechem, summoning their elders, their…
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