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Dear St. Jude, during your life
you encouraged the first Christians
to be loyal and true to their faith,
even amidst the harshest and most
difficult circumstances.
Like these early followers of Christ,
my spouse and I now find ourselves
in need of renewed faith.
Painful experiences, stressful events
and the pressures of married life
have weakened our relationship.
Intercede for us, St. Jude,
and show us how to heal our marriage.
Open our hearts, minds and spirits
to be willing to rededicate ourselves
to a renewed relationship, guided by
the love and commitment we once knew.
Help us to put aside any bitterness,
angry arguments, negative thoughts
and misunderstandings. Lead us to be
sensitive to the burdens and problems
that weigh heavy on our shoulders,
accepting of each other's limitations
and forgiving of one another's faults.
Willing to embrace the compassionate
love of Our Divine Savior, may our marriage
advance in faith, hope and love.
Amen.
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