St. Jude: Apostle, Healer, and Patron Saint of the Impossible—A Profile in Faith

In this powerful episode of Profile In Faith, host David Curry takes us on a journey through the remarkable life of St. Jude, also known as Thaddeus—one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and the patron saint of desperate and impossible causes. Born in Galilee and believed to be a cousin of Jesus, Jude’s story is one of courage, compassion, and unwavering faith.From healing a dying king with a cloth bearing the image of Christ, to asking Jesus profound questions at the Last Supper, to preaching the gospel across Mesopotamia, Libya, and Armenia—St. Jude’s ministry left a lasting mark on history. His martyrdom, believed to have occurred alongside Simon the Zealot, sealed his legacy as a faithful servant who never turned away from truth, even in the face of death.Centuries later, St. Jude continues to be a beacon of hope for the hopeless, a reminder that God's grace reaches into the darkest corners of our lives. Join us as we reflect on his life, his miracles, and why his name still inspires those faci