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Relic of St. Jude the Apostle
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Times & Locations of Relic Veneration & Mass
Monday, September 16
St. Francis Catholic Church
Address: 15651 SW Oregon St., Sherwood, OR 97140
Veneration: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mass: 6:30 PM
Tuesday, September 17
St. Edward Catholic Church
5303 River Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303
Veneration: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Mass: 7:00 PM
Wednesday, September 18
St. Mary Catholic Church
575 E College St., Mt. Angel, OR 97362
Veneration: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Mass: 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Holy Redeemer Catholic Parish
17010 NE 9th Street
Vancouver, Washington 98684
Veneration: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Mass: 7:00 PM
Friday, September 20, 2024
Holy Redeemer Catholic Parish
Saint Michael Parish
1208 11th Ave. SE
Olympia, Washington 98501
Veneration: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Mass: 7:00 PM
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A relic of St. Jude the Apostle to visit western Oregon!
August 5, 2024
WHO IS ST. JUDE THADDEUS, THE APOSTLE?
St. Jude is also called Thaddeus to distinguish him from Judas Iscariot. Along with Simon, he likely belonged to the Zealots who opposed the Roman occupation, but his encounter with Christ led to his realization of the universality of God's love.
St. John reports St. Jude's question during the Last Supper: "Master, what happened that you will reveal yourself to us and not to the world?" (John 14:22). Jesus indirectly answered: "Whoever loves me will keep my word." In the list of apostles, St. Jude is side by side with St. Simon, with tradition saying they died together spreading the Gospel in Persia-controlled Armenia.
St. Jude is invoked in desperate situations because his New Testament letter emphasizes that the faithful should persevere through harsh and difficult circumstances, just as their forefathers did. As a result, he is the patron saint of desperate situations, desperate causes, hospital workers, hospitals, impossible causes, and lost causes.
Recommended reading:
- Saints Simon and Jude, a catechesis by Pope Benedict XVI given on October 11, 2006, about these two often little-known apostles.
- Epistle of Saint Jude.
What Relics Are:
- Definition: Relics are "remains" associated with the Saints, either physical remnants like bones, hair, or coagulated blood, or objects that belonged to them, such as clothing or instruments of martyrdom. The term can also refer to objects that have come into contact with the primary relics.
Why Catholics Venerate Relics:
- Theological Basis: According to the Council of Trent, the bodily relics of Martyrs and Saints are honored because they were the living members of Jesus Christ and temples of the Holy Spirit. They are destined to rise again and be glorified.
- Purpose of Veneration: The veneration is directed towards the Saints themselves, acknowledging their souls, which now enjoy the beatific vision, and honoring God, who blessed them.
- Graces and Benefits: The Church believes that relics can bestow spiritual benefits, such as forgiveness of sins and protection from adversity, upon those who honor them.
- Testimony of Faith: Venerating relics is a testament to the belief in the resurrection of the body.
- Miracles and Protections: Relics are believed to have the power to drive out demons, heal the sick, and bring other blessings to those who pray with faith.
