Special Prayer through Saint Jude Thadei

Prayer to St. Jude for All Souls You give me hope, St. Jude, in the face of loss and sorrow. I pray that you will intercede for all souls, to help guide them to eternal rest with Christ. May the hope that you offer be a source of comfort to all those who grieve. For in that hope and through our faith, we experience God’s love for us, and trust in His promise of eternal life. Amen.

DAY 1 — Saturday, October 21st

As we begin the Solemn Novena for All Souls today, we pray for our departed loved ones.

Intention to St. Jude St. Jude, we pray for our deceased family and friends, that they may find eternal rest in God. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.

DAY 2 — Sunday, October 22nd

On this 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we come together to ask St. Jude for assistance. Sometimes it takes courage to hand our troubles over to God, but He is always there to ease our burdens.

Intention to St. Jude St. Jude, we pray for all families, that they will grow together in love and faith. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.

DAY 3 — Monday, October 23rd

On this third day of the Solemn Novena, we come together to ask St. Jude to show us how to love our neighbor the way he did as he spread the Word of God.

Intention to St. Jude St. Jude, we pray for those who are sick, including those with cancer, that God will ease their anxiety and give them strength. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.

DAY 4 — Tuesday, October 24th

As we begin our fourth day of Solemn Novena prayer, we celebrate the Feast Day of St. Anthony Mary Claret, Founder of the Claretians. The Claretians pray for our petitions at the altar of St. Jude.

Intention to St. Jude St. Jude, we pray for everyone in need of hope and healing. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.

DAY 5 — Wednesday, October 25th

As we begin the fifth day of the Solemn Novena for All Souls, let us remember that we are not alone in life. St. Jude listens to our prayers when life’s path becomes uncertain and guides us to the light of God’s love.

Intention to St. Jude St. Jude, we pray for all leaders—of the Church and governments around the world—that they listen for God’s guidance. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.

DAY 6 — Thursday, October 26th

St. Jude followed Jesus throughout His ministry and learned all that he could from Him. Just like St. Jude and the other Apostles, we strive to grow in our faith, nourish it, and be strong enough to share it with others no matter the cost.

Intention to St. Jude St. Jude we pray for an end to violence around the world and a new focus on respect for all of God’s people. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.

DAY 7 — Friday, October 27th

During this seventh day of the Solemn Novena, we pray to St. Jude to lead us to the light of Christ.

Intention to St. Jude St. Jude we pray for all those who have lost a loved one, that God will give them comfort and peace through their memories. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.

DAY 8 — Saturday, October 28th

Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Jude. In St. Jude’s letter to us, he says we should always remember that we are “beloved in God” and “kept safe for Jesus Christ.” This is his message of hope for us when our life has difficult moments. Together we join in prayer to strengthen our faith.

Intention to St. Jude On your Feast Day, St. Jude, we pray in thanksgiving for the blessings we have received through your intercession. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.

DAY 9 — Sunday, October 29th

This 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time marks the ninth and final day of Solemn Novena prayer for All Souls. On our final day of prayer together, we ask for comfort as we reflect on the memories of loved ones we have lost.

Intention to St. JudeSt. Jude, we pray for all those participating in the Solemn Novena, that we will find peace in this time of prayer and reflection. Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, 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.