Mission & Ministry News
Pray More, Worry Less
Dear Friend of St. Jude, Through the heartaches and despair of the last year-and-a-half, you have been a faithful member of our Circle of Hope, never wavering in your support of our mission and ministries. Please know that we are here to continue to support you in the aftermath of the pandemic and the hardships…
Read MoreSt. Jude – Hope for the World
Dear Friend of St. Jude, You may have concerns about the ongoing problems facing our country, like many people I hear from every day. Many are troubled by the economy and unemployment. Others are concerned about their physical and emotional health, including addiction, stress and anxiety. Still others worry about the education of our young…
Read MoreJourney to the Cross
Dear Friend of St. Jude, You are a special blessing to our mission and ministry and a cherished member of our Circle of Hope. We are especially thankful for your prayers and generosity, which enable our Pallottine priests and brothers to do the work God has called us to do. Thanks to your support of…
Read MoreA Lenten Message
Dear Friend of St. Jude, Thank you for your commitment and loyalty to our Pallottine priests and brothers who conduct St. Jude Shrine. As a cherished member of our Circle of Hope, you strengthen our ministry with your deep faith, compassion and generosity. Please let our priests and brothers pray for you during this holy…
Read MoreA Desperate Situation in Peru
Dear Friend of St. Jude, I have always been able to count on you when an urgent situation arises in one of our missions. I am so very grateful for your compassionate support of our ministries around the world. Today we have an urgent situation in our mission in Lima, Peru, for which I need…
Read MoreThe Feast Day Celebration of St. Jude
Dear Friend of St. Jude, I was hoping that the COVID-19 news would be better by the time I sat down to write this letter, but unfortunately, it is not. As we wait out the isolation and hardship of this pandemic, I am here to remind you that the darkness will eventually lift and we…
Read MoreThe Hope of St. Jude
Dear Friend of St. Jude, As we are bombarded daily and even hourly with news about COVID-19, you’re probably struggling with concerns about your own health and that of your loved ones. This insidious and deadly virus looms over us, leaving us anxious and fearful… and alone. This pandemic has caused many to suffer despair.…
Read MoreYou are Never Alone
Dear Friend of St. Jude, Please know you are in my thoughts every day as we make our way together through these difficult times. While you may experience the daily isolation on your own, you are not alone because our priests and brothers remain committed to your spiritual care now more than ever! The uncertainty and…
Read MoreSt. Jude Shrine – A Beacon of Hope
Dear Friend of St. Jude, I know this is a difficult time for you and your family. Please know that you are not alone. In fact, even though the state of Maryland has closed our beloved Shrine, our priests and brothers remain committed to your spiritual care now more than ever! During this time of…
Read MoreThe Hope of St. Jude
Dear Friend of St. Jude, You are a treasured member of our Circle of Hope, and I sincerely thank you for all you do for our ministries. Your kindness, compassion and generosity enable our priests and brothers to bring hope into the lives of people who live in darkness and despair. To thank you for your…
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