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When You Need Special Help A Prayer to San Judas Tadeo |
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When You Need Special Help A Prayer to San Judas Tadeo |
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Faith and Need
Mexico is a country with many serious problems, and yet, a great faith in Miracles. People talk about miracles all the time because they really happen. Several years ago, a friend came back from a beautiful wedding in the country around Lake Catemaco. She brought me back a little strip of yellow paper with a string attached at the top. Catemaco is an area known for miraculous cures from the curanderos who have lived there for centuries, so what she gave me was special. Later I asked people how to do these prayers, and hereīs some things I didnīt know. |
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How to Use the Prayer
You donīt have to be a Catholic to use their special prayers. Normally people say the prayer once a day for 9 days. This is called a Novena. If the need is a tough one, some people say the prayer each day for 40 days. If the prayer is successful you are supposed to publish an ad of thanksgiving to promote the Prayer to the saint. Here is the Prayer. The Prayer to San Judas Tadeo in English Holy Apostle San Judas, faithful servant and friend of Jesus! The Church honors and invokes you universally, as the patron of difficult and desperate cases. Pray for me because I am alone and without help. I beg that you make use of the special privilege that has been granted to you, of helping quickly and visibly when all hope has almost been lost. Come to my aid in this great need, so that I may receive the consolation and aid of heaven in all my necessities, tribulations and sufferings, especially (...make your request here...), so that I can praise God with you, and with all the chosen ones forever. I give thanks to you glorious San Judas, and promise to never forget this great favor, to honor you always as my special and powerful patron, and to thankfully do everything I can to foment your devotion. Amen. My Own Results Sometimes when we are in need of special help we need to pray, and awhile back a special relative was diagnosed with cancer. In February, she began a combination of chemo and radiation therapy. I began the prayer daily on March 22 and decided to go for 40 days and ask for a full cure of the cancer. I talked to her on May 2, and she told me, "You wonīt believe this, but when I went in for tests last week, the doctor told me I had no signs of cancer left." I didnīt know what to say. I donīt know if it was the prayer or not. Something must have worked somewhere. |
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When You Can't Find a Job
At one time or another in our lives we have had to look for a job. Sometimes, at very difficult times. The other day, on a visit to see the Virgen de Cuyucuenda, Veracruz, a lady in the village gave me a little plastic envelope containing 3 coins and some seeds, Along with it was a picture of San Judas Tadeo on one side, and the Prayer to Find Work on the back. She told me you are supposed to keep it in your billfold, and say the prayer each day for 9 days. She said it works. My English translation isn't exact, but it conveys the right message. I hope it helps you find the job that's right for you. I'm also looking for another project, and think maybe I'll give it a try for myself. |
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The Prayer to Find a Job
St. Jude, intercessor of all difficult problems, Please find a job for me where I can feel fulfilled as a human being, and where I feel appreciated, And that my family won't lack necessities in any aspect of our lives, And that may I keep the job in spite of adverse circumstances and people. That in it I may progress always improving my abilities, and enjoying health and strength. And, from day to day, may I try to be useful to those around me. I associate your intercession with the Holy Family, of which you are a relative, and promise to spread your devotion as an expression of my personal gratitude for your favors. Amen. |
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Amazing Results!
After 3 weeks of saying this prayer each day, I got a call from a project manager of a first class company in Houston, TX about a job that wasn't even listed! I went in for the interview and found the people were nice, and they said they needed me. Now I'm am in the middle of a fast track hiring process for an excellent job on an exciting project! And, the job is just right for me! The prayer sure worked for me! Maybe it'll work for you, too. You might give it a try. You've got nothing to lose. You might let me know if it works for you. |
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My son was having trouble in college chemistry and said a novena to San Judas Tadeo. He told me the following week that he made a 94 on his last chemistry test, and I think he eventually made an A in the course. I might add he also studied pretty hard, too. |
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About the "Escapulario"
My friend told me that "escapularios", like the one in the pictures, are a very ancient tradition. Here in Veracruz, they are made by hand, and you can find them for sale in the little booths outside most of the churches. They arenīt expensive and I bought this one in front of the Cathedral in Veracruz. My friend told me I should have with me all the time, so it is always with me. My Own Publication This is my own publication of this prayer in thanksgiving and in hopes that it may help you if you are in a time of need. If you have had any personal miracles, and would like to share them here, send me an email to: john.toddjr@gmail.com |
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True Stories: Letters from Others
Although my mother passed away last year, since I was a child my mom was a strong believer of ST JUDE. Last year was a difficult year for me , not only with my mom passing away, but my husband loosing his job after 15 years of employment. My finances were very rough, I knew that the way the economy was and the homes were down instead of up, besides our income change of status, I knew we would not qualify to refinance our home and our property would be facing foreclosure. I kept some things of my moms, and I knew in one of her purses in fact in her wallet that she carried a St JUDE card which had the novena in the back of the card. I was not quite sure how to go about it and how it worked, but my instincts were very positive as through the years my mom was a true believer of ST JUDE. I called my aunt and asked her how to go about it as well as the research I did in the computer, I started the novena of nine days. Thank GOD he has such a powerful apostle, till this day my family and I are still in our home. The bank did a modification on our loan and lowered our payments so it could be affordable for the next two years, Which will buy us time so my husband will find a job. I know deep in my heart it was through GOD and ST JUDE that made this a miracle that our property did not foreclose. Thank you for all who take the time to read this because ST Jude is TRUE. Sarah, San Jose Ca. From Viridiana I had an emergency due to my car that broke in a trip and I was traveling by myself. I found a car shop but it didn't have an electrical mechanic that could fix my car's problem, they suggested me to go to another place but the mechanic there was too busy to attend me and he couldn't find what the problem was, I couldn't afford to stay more time that city were I didn't know anyone. The mechanic had a figure of San Judas Tadeo to whom I asked to please help me and the mechanic to find the problem. Minutes later the mechanic left aside all the work he had and began to focus in my car more than the others and hours later he found how to fix it. I was able to continue my trip and I really felt that San Judas Tadeo listened to me and protected me. Viridiana From Christina Hello John, I wanted to share my miracle with you and your readers. I was having problems with my husband he was always in a bad mood, he only called to yell at me (I am not saying I am perfect, but I thought he was overreacting, it takes two). I prayed to San Judas and he answered my prayers. My husband is a different man, he is back to his old self. Thanks to San Judas. Cristina From Jesús Hola John, my name is Jesus I live in Austin, Tx now, but I was born in Mexico. The state is Aguascalientes the county is Calvillo and the little town is San Tadeo. Just two days ago I had to call my mortgage company because Iīm past due on my mortgage payments. I was afraid to make the call but I had to, so I went ahead and Googled "San Judas Tadeo and started the novena. I made the call, and went over the income and the bills, etc. The person put me on hold for at least 5 minutes came back on the phone and told me, you are approved for a loan modification and for the next 3 months and I only have to make half of the payments that I was making before. With the help of Jesus Christ and St. Jude I will not lose my house thanks a million! Please excuse the spelling. Muchas gracias, PS I am so lucky that I was born in San Tadeo, Calvillo, Aguascalientes. Jesús Austin, TX From Patty I wanted to mention two miracles that happened to my family. My family has been living paycheck to paycheck, my husband's company froze their raises and bonuses. I lit a St. Jude candle on Sunday and prayed for a miracle to help us with a little help financially well, on Monday morning my husband got great news from his boss that he was getting a bonus of $1000.00 I was like oh my God!! Also, my husband and I wanted to adopt a pug from a shelter I had called the shelter and asked how can we get him and they responded by saying it is first come first serve so on Saturday morning, my husband went to the shelter at 8:00am when the doors opened at 10:00am he was first in line and when he got to the counter the representative told him that there were two others requesting the same pug so there was going to be a raffle so the first come first serve was no longer effective. My husband called me immediately and explained the situation and he hung up. I decided to pray to St Jude and ten minutes later my husband called and told me he won the raffle. I could not believe this, St. Jude does give hope and miracles when really needed. I am a true believer. Patty From Christian Hi John, I have been praying to St. Judas Tadeo for many years since I was a kid. He has not let me down once. Even the few times things turned out different than expected, the end result was always good and part of something larger. I have carried him in my prayers every time I've had a major change in my life and have always passed his name to loved ones in need. Itīs touching to see your website dedicated to him. Thanks Christian |
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From Yvonne
I have believed in St. Jude over the years and every time I would have a problem I would just pray and eventually everything would go back on track until some weeks ago I was so frustrated with all the problems that I was going against my beliefs towards St. Jude today that my mom told me to pray and to ask St Jude for help in all my problems and I did and it feels great to be protected. I am going to do what I read in your letter and I'm going to pray with faith so all my problems can come to an end and my devotion towards St Jude could grow more. Yvonne: My Answer to Yvonne Thank you for sharing your experiences in faith with me. Sometimes, the same thing happens to me, and I always come back. I say the prayer each day, and sometimes my problems are solved quickly and others take a little longer, but in the end, it has always been for the best. I think you know what I mean. John From Yvonne I'm so glad to get an answer from you. You know what after reading your page, praying and ask for forgiveness I feel much, more comfortable and capable of keeping up. Sometimes I also think about it and I know San Judas has a lot of problems to resolve and it's hard to take care of all of them but my frustration that day didn't allow me to see clearly, and now I know that with faith and his protection I will be able to overcome all my problems. Once again thank you!!! Yvonne |
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From Nayeli
Hi John, Just wanted to share this miracle of life without you and the other believers. My husband and I were trying to have a baby for the past 3 months without any success. I went in your web site and I started the Novena on Dec the 3rd and by the 7th I was already pregnant. San Judas Tadeo has always been known for his miracles. Sent from my iPhone From Me Nayeli, Thank you so much for sharing your miracle story with me. Congratulations! May I have your permission to publish your letter on the web site story. I will only use your first name to protect your anonymity. Thank you for writing, and once again, Congratulations! John From Nayeli Part of the Novena is to publish Saint Jude"s miracle on the 9th day. San Judas Tadeo has never been known to fail. I Am so thankful for this miracle, that I will go take my baby to him when he is old enough. I will also take my baby on October the 28 for Saint Judas Anniversary! Take Care John and Thanks for making your web site available to us. Sent from my iPhone |
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Saved from a Hurricane!
Hi John: I logged onto your site because my mom needs a special favor and asked me to pray to St. Jude for it. But that's not the reason behind my writing to you today. Allow me to tell you that she is quite devout to him. She prays to him for everything (as well as to Our Lord Himself!). Something told me to write this note to you. It was September 18, 1989. Hurricane Hugo hit the island of St. Croix. We used to have a house there; my sister and I grew up on this wonderful Caribbean island. Ever since I can remember, my mom has had a fairly large (25 in.) statute of St. Jude. Well, on this September day, Hurricane Hugo devastated our island. Its eye was over St. Croix for 8 long hours. My mom tells me that she and my sister went to the middle of the house to pray and ride the storm out. She took the statute with her and sat in front of it all throughout the storm. I wasn't there; I was studying my Bachelor's degree in Puerto Rico. Well, my mom and my sister endured 8 hours of scary winds whistling all over and torrential rains pounding on the house. My mom remained in faithful communion with Our Lord and with St. Jude. When all was said and done and they were able to go outside and assess the damages, they found one incredible fact- our house was the only one standing on our street and one of the handful with hardly any damage done to it across the entire island. Roofs were blown, cement houses were crumbled completely to the ground, shopping malls and other establishments sustained major damage, and my mom's house only suffered a superficial crack along one side. THAT'S IT. One of my neighbor's roof was face down on our yard and two trees showed evidence of the eye twisting and changing direction on top of our house.Those were great miracles indeed. St. Jude Standing in the Doorway Now, when my mom walked downstairs to see if anything had happened to our apartment that was attached to the house, she found a small 4" statute of St. Jude standing in the doorway. Where did it come from? We do not know. We only know two things: (1) on that frightful day, there is no question in our minds that St. Jude protected our house and my family's lives (there were 2 people dead and 80 injured on the island alone), and (2) the mysterious statute now has its home on my mom's altar. That little feathery light icon apparently rode the storm in front of that door! By the way- Hugo was a category 5 storm but hit our island as a category 4 hurricane with sustained winds of 140 mph. It killed 109 people along its path and was responsible for a total of 10 billion dollars in damage. When all was said and done, 90% of my beloved Caribbean island was destroyed. It was the worst storm in history to that point, surpassing the devastation Hurricane Andrew left in its path. To walk away from this experience with one superficial crack along one wall and with our lives is simply amazing, especially after knowing that a roof landed in the yard. It is by the grace of God and the protection of St. Jude that nothing else happened to my family. I just wanted to share this ultra powerful experience with you in gratitude for what St. Jude has done for us and continues to do in our lives. John, continue your good work! May God bless you and St. Jude keep guiding you to propagate his good name.Liza My Reply to Liza: Liza, Thank you for sharing your amazing story with me. It is truly a miracle and I am wondering if you will allow me to publish it as on of the letter on my web site story. I think it will provide inspiration for many people who need faith right now. I will only sign your name as Liza, if thatīs OK with you. Thank you again for writing. John Lizaīs Reply: You are welcome! Yes, go ahead and put it on the site.... Remember I told you that my mother asked me to pray for something? Well, He's at it again, making his miracles! She's selling our childhood home in the island, the one where she rode out the storm in. She needed people to help her do some painting and minor work. She was not having much luck. Early morning, the day after I said my prayers to him, all of a sudden people started appearing. People who do the work and did not know my mom was looking. She received amazing quotes for the jobs and honorable guys to do those jobs. She gladly paid to extend her visit to the island to get it all done! She told me today, "Liza, I don't know what you did but it worked!" I just said, "I prayed, just like you asked me too!" I then smiled because I knew in my heart that he did it again. :) |
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The Miracle of a New Husband
Hello, I was online looking for my St. Judas Tadeo prayers because I lost mine. I found your website and I would like to share my story with you. I was a single mother for 5 years, and back in December 2008 I decided it was time for me to find a nice guy that will love me and will love my kids more than anything. I started my novena ( nine days ) and exactly after nine days, I met the man who is now my husband. I asked St. Jude for someone who will love my kids, who will treat me right, and will take care of me and my kids well. My husband is so wonderful and is exactly like what I asked St. Judas Tadeo for. A New Prayer Also, my husband is fighting for custody of his kids and St. Judas Tadeo has been there for us, and everything is coming out so good. St. Judas Tadeo sent me my husband, and because of St. Judas Tadeo now my kids are happy. I have my San Judas Tadeo candle always on at my house. Erna |
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A Miracle From Ruth
Hi John, I just found your web today. I really like it and wanted to share my miracles that St. Jude has done for me and my family. A couple of years I meet my husband and he proposed to me, but all my family and his family live in Mexico. I was so excited about getting married that he decided to go get married in Mexico, but the problem was that my husband wasnīt a legal resident at the time, so we went and I prayed so much to St Jude to help us and for him to come back safe. And, well he did. I made Him a promise that every time I would go to Mexico City I would visit Him at his church located at the outside of the Metro Hidalgo Station. So I promised him everytime I would visit my mom. I would go, but I would enter his church on my knees and I been doing that. It felt great because He has always been there for me and family. To close this miracle, well He also helped my husband when he got his legal residence to be here in the United States. Thatīs the power of God and St. Jude Iīm so proud of my beliefs. Thank you John for your little space. Ruth |
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A Miracle of Reconciliation
I am wanting to publish my miracle My husband & me were separated for a while and we weren't able to meet half way to reconcile. I lit the candle and prayed for us to come to a common ground and work out our differences and let go of past hurts and bitterness and after the first candle ended and I had lit the second he came home. I believe in San Jude Tadeo and know through prayer and faith in God and him my marriage was brought back together. Thank you- PML |
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Acceptance into Medical School
I would like to share my own miracle that has happened thanks to my prayers to San Judas Tadeo. I had not known about this prayer until my grandmother told me about it. Last Sunday we went to our church and she purchased a candle with his picture on it and we lit it and prayed. That was the beginning of my 9 days of praying. I have been hoping to get into medical school this fall and I have had many interviews but no acceptances. I felt that after being placed on so many waiting lists I would have to wait another year. News of my dream school was to come last week and on the third day of praying I received the most wonderful news! Not only did I get accepted to a school that would keep me close to my loved ones, but today I received notice that the school will be covering half of my tuition! I know I must thank God and San Judas Tadeo, and if you could please add this message to your site so that others can know and believe. Thank you for creating this site. I have been using it to recite my prayers. Rochelle |
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The Love of My Life
John, My miracle happened! I got the love of my life back, right on the 40th day. I believe in miracles. Thank you, St. Jude Maggie |
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A Simple Thank You to Saint Judas
I am a believer of Saint Judas, I love the prayer, and would like to give thanks for all the help, not only recently, but through the years. He is wonderful. Please, can you just publish that. Thanks, Isabel |
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Help with a Car Problem
My family and I were having problems getting our van out from a body shop that this man was hustling us. I didn't know what to do and my mom was all worried because this man was asking for $2,000 to get our van out. He told us to leave his shop and for my dad to come talk to him. So my mom and I went back home. When I was sitting in the kitchen table and looked up and in front of me where my mom had a plate of St. Jude. So I quickly prayed and asked for his help. I knew he would be the one to help us with this problem since he helped me get through a tough situation before my high school graduation. Well, I prayed and told my mom that I had faith in him and that he would help us get our van back. So in a couple of hours we received a phone call from that man that he was sorry for everything and we could go back and pick up the van from the body shop for only $250. At that I just smiled at looked at my mom and told her I told you so. I have faith in him and he does do miracles. When you are going through a tough time and you don't have no-one else to turn to you can always count on St. Jude. KryystaL |
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I Would Love for Everyone to Read about my Miracle
Hello John I wanted to thank you for having this web site, I really believe that because of my prayers to St Jude my husband and I will be ok. Two weeks ago my husband was sent to jail and accused of many bogus charges, stuff that was totally outrageous and not true. My husband was facing a few years in prison, large fines including losing his job in the military. There was not much I could do for him because we didn't have the money to bail him and out of desperation I started searching the Internet for help and I came across this site. I read peopleīs testimonies and I knew that this site was put here for me. I prayed to St Jude to help my husband, and in a few days everything cleared up, my husband was out of jail, he didn't lose his job and we did not have to pay any fines. I believe that this miracle happened because of my prayers to St Jude. Since this incident I am now a big believer and I'm very thankful to have found St Jude. Thank you and God Bless you Alicia |
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I've Been a Believer of St Jude for Several Years...
I've been a believer of St Jude for several years, thanks to him I graduated from D.H school, and got the job that I wanted against all odds, and obstacles that almost made me quit school. I graduated in a timely fashion and with flying colors as one of the best ever in that program! I am forever in debt with GOD and St. Jude because thanks to that career and job I'm able to help my family Thank you very much! and thanks to you too for such a wonderful website. Garlic |
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From Santos
SPECIAL THANKS TO SAN JUDAS TADEO I AM A GREAT BELIEVER OF SN JUDAS TADEO FOR MANY YEARS HE HAS HELPED ME IN MANY THINGS THAT I JUST WANT TO GIVE THIS LITTLE SPECIAL THANKS TO HIM FOR ALL THAT HE HAS HELPED ME THROUGH THE YEARS. I JUST LIGHT HIM A CANDLE AND PRAY TO HIM HE SEEMS TO FIND A WAY TO HELP ME ALWAYS AND WHENEVER I SEE PEOPLE IN NEED I ALWAYS TELL THEM TO PRAY TO HIM. Santos |
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A Financial Dilemma
Hello John, I wanted to share with you a petition that I have been praying for. I have been in a financial dilemma for a while and I have been asking San Judas for a help. Today I finally received a call that I have been waiting for with good news. I feel that San Judas always with me as my protector as he was to my mother. My mother believed very strongly in his help at when she was ill she prayed to him everyday. Unfortunately she could not be cured and passed away Jan. 8,2010. Sincerely Yours, Belinda |
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Help with 2 Problems
Dear John, Thank you for your website. I have asked for San Judas Tadeo's help in 2 things: First, to help my husband pass a very difficult computer test, and second, for a complete reconciliation of my marriage. I happy to share that my husband passed his test. Thank you San Judas! I will continue my novena for reconciliation of my marriage with faith all will be resolved. You have my permission to post this message. Thank you again, Adriana New York |
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Thanks!
Saint Judas, I can't find the words to say how thankful I am. You have always helped me in my prayer. Sergio and I are together. Thank you for letting my prayers be yours.. I felt alone, but you were there with me the whole step of the way... I continue to pray so that he will bless us our whole life so that we can serve God together with you..!! Thank you Saint Judas.. Sara |
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Almost Kidnapped!
Hi, my name is Julio. I live in Mexico, and I was almost kidnapped in March. A bunch of bad guys passed to my business looking for me, but I wasn't there at that moment. I saw that in my cameras and I decided not to go there, and closed my business for months! They continued passing and checking. Finally one day I found this prayer, and I did it for many weeks, and the bad guys disappeared. Now I've re-opened my business and I'm working free and feeling safe! Thank you San Judas Tadeo! and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Today is October 28th! Gracias, Julio |
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I would love to share my story about St. Judas Tadeo
Dear John, I would love to share my story about St. Judas Tadeo, and would love if you can share it in your website. I have always been a firm believer in the Virgin Mary and I always asked her for favours, She has interceded for me so that I could be with the love of my life (my husband), and she has given me lots of blessings. Recently, I faced a situation and asked the virgin and also St. Judas for his help. My aunt had told me that I needed to pray to St. Judas for the favour I needed. We live in the US and two years ago my husband got a really good job in the UK at a prestigious institution. I kept my job in the US and we would both fly back and forth because his job was temporary. In 2010, our daughter was born and I came to the UK for my maternity leave. We realized that we needed to be in the same place for the benefit of our daughter and the well being of our relationship. His job kept getting extended. I loved my job so much that I was devastated to leave but started looking for possible jobs. All the interviews I got were very far away from where my husband stays so those were not an option. An opening came up at his institution and I applied. We both thought we would not get in. We were already lucky he had gotten a job there but were not confident that I would also be able to. I started praying to St. Judas since my aunt had sent me his prayer and I had it archived somewhere. I prayed to St. Judas and prayed the rosary with such a devotion that I got the job. We were so amazed. Given my background I never thought I would be able to get the job. Not only that, my employer in the US granted me a one year non-paid leave. They knew my situation and therefore allowed me to try it out here in the UK for this year. I miss them terribly but I am also happy our little family is together at last and this new job is also a great opportunity. At the end of this year we will know if we go back to the US or stay here. St. Judas granted me this huge favour. Right now I have another situation I am facing and I am praying to him every day. I am in need of his help. Sometimes I feel greedy because I have been so blessed and I have received so much and yet, I keep asking! However, I do need him to intercede for me and help me with this. I am trying to always be a better person and thankful for all that I have received. I do not take any of my blessings for granted. I will let you know about this new favour I am asking for later on but I know St. Judas knows I am coming from a good place and need his help. I do hope to regain strength and I am committed to spread devotion to him. I also ask him and the virgin to show me the path to help others making use of all those gifts they have given to me. Please share my story and let all know how wonderful the power of prayer is. St. Judas, thank you! Isabel |
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A Prayer for a Job
I had been looking for a job for 3 weeks, gone on several interviews and nothing... I bought San Judas a candle and immediately felt a sense of peace.. 2 days after lighting it, and praying nightly I received an offer letter and started that same week! I now have a better job than before and it's all thanks to God and San Judas! Thanks so much for starting this website... |