(say once a day for 9 days, especially beginning on
October 21 and ending on October 29, the Feast of St. Jude. When
the Novena is finished, you may publicly thank St. Jude for his
prayers for you. This is often done by taking out a small ad in
the Classifieds section of newspapers)
To Saint Jude, Holy Saint Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in
virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ,
faithful intercessor of all who invoke thy special patronage in
time of need. To thee I have recourse from the depths of my
heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to
come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent
petition, in return I promise to make your name known and cause
you to be invoked. Saint Jude pray for us and all who invoke thy
aid. Amen.
Recite an Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be three
times.
Keep your promise to St. Jude and make his name known.