The breathtaking St. Jude’s Church Kurulukale Seeduwa
Nestled between the peaceful Negombo lagoon and the Colombo Katunayake expressway, St. Jude’s Church Kurulukale (Kurulu kale Palliya) is a stunning holy land where you can walk in the coolness of the shade and the sound of birds. Faithful devotees are welcomed with compassion and patience by the church, which takes to heart the preaching of St Jude. The whole church premises depict statues of the saints and apostles, who were instrumental in spreading God’s Word.
Surrounded by the calming embrace of inland waters, the charming architecture of the church blends seamlessly with the serene atmosphere. The hallowed grounds foster a peaceful aura that soothes worshippers who seek solace in Christ and pray for the intersession of Saint Jude. After prayers, the faithful light a candle, in humble worship and grateful thanksgiving. Let us unite as one family of faith in love and devotion at this heavenly place, St. Jude’s Church Kurulukale.
The perfect retreat to refresh your spirit & experience the presence of The Lord in a calm and soothing setting.
St. Jude’s Church Kurulukale Mass Schedule
Mass Time: Every Thursday at 04.30 PM.
For more information – Contact Immaculate Conception Virgin Mary’s Church, Seeduwa – 0112 253 266
St. Jude’s Church Kurulukale belongs to Seeduwa Parish.
Where is St. Jude’s Church Kurulukale located?
Who is Saint Jude?
St. Jude, known as Thaddaeus, believed to be a relative of Jesus Christ and one of his 12 Disciples, is the ‘Saint of the Despaired’, ‘Hope of the Hopeless’ as well as the ‘Patron Saint of the Impossible’. Saint Jude was one of Christ’s most intimate collaborators, being part of a group of twelve men called Apostles, a Greek term meaning “one who is sent.” The Apostles’ mission to carry the Christian message to the world was unique in the authority they held.
“He appointed twelve whom he also named apostles that they might be with him and he might send them forth to preach and to have authority to drive out demons” (Mark 3:14-15).
Images of St. Jude often include a flame around his head, which represents his presence at Pentecost, when he accepted the Holy Spirit alongside the other apostles. Another attribute is St. Jude holding an image of Christ, in the Image of Edessa. Sometimes he can also be seen holding a carpenter’s ruler or is depicted with a scroll or book, the Epistle of Jude. Biblical scholars agree St. Jude was a son of Clopas and his mother Mary was the Virgin Mary’s cousin. Ancient writers tell us that he preached the Gospel in Judea, Samaria, Idumaea, Syria, Mesopotamia, and Lybia.
At a time when the church dedicated to Saint Jude in Seeduwa Kurulukale was very dilapidated, a stunning church was designed and constructed by Supuwath Arana in a short period of one year time according to the concept of Rev. Fr. Darrel Coonghe.
A New Beacon of Faith… St. Jude’s Church Kurulukale, Seeduwa consecrated by His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith on the 12th of January 2025 and opened the doors for faithful devotees with a live mass.
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—–ALL GLORY TO GOD—–
Prayer to St. Jude
Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor, to always honor you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you. Amen.
Prayer to St. Jude for Healing
Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, I place myself in your care. Pray for me; help me remember that I am not alone in my struggles. Please join me in asking God to send me hope in my sorrow, courage in my fear, and healing amid my challenges. Please ask our loving God to fill me with the grace to accept whatever my life holds and to strengthen my faith in His healing power. Thank you, St. Jude, for the promise of hope you hold to all who believe, and inspire me to give this gift of hope to others. Amen.
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