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A statue of St. Jude, depicted with a halo around the head, holding an image of Jesus Christ to his chest.

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 Devotions – April 13, 2026

Apr 13, 2026

Dear Friend of St. Jude, Our reflection from the Gospel this week is:“Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.” In this week’s Gospel, Jesus appeared to most…

Bible Diary for April 12th – 18th

Apr 12, 2026

SundayApril 12th 2nd Sunday of Easter 1st Reading: Acts 2:42-47:They devoted themselves to the teaching of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of bread and to…

Weekly Devotions – April 6, 2026

Apr 6, 2026

Dear Friend of St. Jude, Happy Easter! In this week’s Gospel, Mary of Magdala and Simon Peter went to the tomb where Jesus was buried. They were very surprised to…

Bible Diary for April 5th – 11th

Apr 5, 2026

SundayApril 5th Easter Sunday Vincent Ferrer 1st Reading: Acts 10:34a, 37–43:Peter then spoke to them, “Truly, I realize that God does not show partiality, No doubt you have heard of…

April 2026 Day of Prayer for the Healing of Cancer

Apr 1, 2026

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…

Weekly Devotions – March 30, 2026

Mar 30, 2026

Dear Friend of St. Jude, Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. In this week’s readings, we reflect on Jesus being condemned to death. We know that Pontius Pilate…

Bible Diary for March 29th – April 4th

Mar 28, 2026

SundayMarch 29th Palm Sunday 1st Reading: Is 50:4–7:The Lord Yahweh has taught me so I speak as his disciple and I know how to sustain the weary. Morning after morning…

2026 Holy Week Prayer Cross at the National Shrine of St. Jude

Mar 27, 2026

We are grateful for the thousands of devotees who have sent their petitions to be joined together in the St. Jude Holy Week Prayer Cross. The cross is on display…

Weekly Devotions – March 23, 2026

Mar 23, 2026

Dear Friend of St. Jude, Our reflection from the Gospel this week is:“Everyone who lives and believes in me will never die.” This week’s Gospel tells us about Jesus raising…