As we continue to pray for all those affected by Hurricane Helene, if you would like to offer financial support, we suggest Catholic Charities USA. Catholic Charities USA provides critical assistance to Catholic Charities agencies and the communities they serve — through deployment of disaster experts, technical assistance, and direct support; execution of disaster response plans; coordination of in-kind donations; and distribution of basic necessities. You can donate HERE
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New Date for Parish Golf Outing Is October 29! Spots Available!
All are invited to play golf at our annual parish golf outing!
First Saturday Devotion – November 2
Join us for the First Saturday Devotion on the first Saturday of each month. We meet in the Church after the 8:30 am Daily Mass for the rosary and meditation.
This devotion consists of attending Mass, receiving Holy Communion, going to Confession, praying the rosary, and meditating on the mysteries of the rosary for at least 15 minutes on each first Saturday for five consecutive months with the intention of making reparation for blasphemies committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Anointing of the Sick Moved to Friday, November 8
Because our All Saints Day Mass is on the first Friday of the month this year, our monthly Anointing of the Sick noontime Mass has been moved to Friday, November 8. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated the first Friday of each month at the 12:00 pm daily Mass, the 7:30 pm First Friday Mass in Portuguese and Spanish, or by appointment with a priest at any time. All who are sick or suffering are invited to receive the anointing.
Pax Christi Prayer Vigil – Sunday, October 27 after the 10:00 am Mass
All parishioners are invited to join our Pax Christi ministry for a special monthly prayer service. This prayer service will take place on the last Sunday of the month after the 10:00 am Mass in front of the Adoration Chapel. The vigil prayer will include a prayer for the individuals killed during the mass shootings in the month.
New Life Luncheon (for those who have lost a loved one) – Monday, November 18
Have you recently lost a loved one? If so, we invite you to join us for our New Life Luncheon the 3rd Monday of each month. Our next luncheon is on Monday, New Life Luncheon (for those who have lost a loved one) – Monday, November 18 at 12:45 pm at the Sandy Springs Diner, 8612 Roswell Rd. Join us for the 12:00 pm Daily Mass before lunch if your schedule allows. Please RSVP to newlife@judeatl.com with your name, email address, and phone number.
GOAL Scholarship Program – Preregister for Your Tax Benefit
Through Georgia GOAL, you can contribute funds that directly support qualified students’ access to Catholic education at Saint Jude Catholic School, and you will receive a 100% Georgia income tax credit in exchange for your contribution. Georgia GOAL is the first Student Scholarship Organization (SSO) formed in the state of Georgia.
Due to the generosity of the Saint Jude Community contributing to an SSO in 2024, 26 students have been awarded scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year. Supporting Catholic Education via Georgia GOAL is vital to ensuring the mission of Saint Jude continues – nurturing the formation of our Scholars! Learn more at.www.goalscholarship.org
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays – Saturday, November 16
The holidays are challenging when you are grieving a loss. This 1-day seminar will provide encouragement, support, and valuable tools to navigate the season. Book is $7. Please join us!
Overnight Adoration Guardians Needed
Guardians are needed Tuesdays 1:00 am, 2:00 am, 3:00 am, and 4:00 am; Thursdays 2:00 am, 3:00 am, and 4:00 am; Fridays 3:00 am. Come adore our Lord in our new chapel.
Take our Survey to Help Us Create a New Saint Jude Retreat!
Saint Jude the Apostle is in the process of discerning a retreat experience created and customized for our parishioners. Many of you have experienced
meaningful retreats here at Saint Jude (CRHP, Welcome) or in other spiritual settings. Your participation in this 4-minute survey HERE will help us create a retreat that we pray will glorify God and bless our parish. Thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses.
The survey can be anonymous if you choose – just don’t fill out the name field.