# Saint Jude Thaddeus religious festivities in Brazil

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/saint-jude-thaddeus-religious-festivities-in-brazil
> Updated: 2026-10-22T19:02:59.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Catholic communities across various Brazilian locations are holding traditional celebrations and novenas in honor of Saint Jude Thaddeus. 

In Brusque, the São Judas Tadeu Parish is conducting its 72nd annual Grand Festa de São Judas Tadeu, featuring religious services, gastronomy, and community activities. 

Other regional celebrations include festivities in Itabuna, Bahia, centered on the theme ‘Community of communities: a new parish, the pastoral conversion of the parish,’ and a 20th-anniversary celebration at the Sanctuary of Saint Jude Thaddeus in Guarulhos. In Petrópolis, the parish is marking 76 years of festivities with religious services, musical performances, and a ‘Holywins’ costume contest for students.

## Claims

- The São Judas Tadeu Parish in Itabuna is holding festivities from October 19 to 28, 2026. (single source)
- The Guarulhos sanctuary is celebrating 20 years since being elevated to sanctuary status. (single source)
- The Mosela parish festivities in Petrópolis are marking 76 years of tradition. (single source)
- The Mosela celebration includes a Holywins costume contest for students. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-22: Saint Jude Thaddeus festivities held across various Brazilian locations

Catholic communities in Itabuna, Guarulhos, and Petrópolis are hosting traditional novenas and festivals to honor Saint Jude Thaddeus through religious services, processions, and community events.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saint-jude-thaddeus-festivities-held-across-various-brazilian-locations

### 2026-10-14: São Judas Tadeu Parish holds 72nd annual festival in Brusque

The São Judas Tadeu Parish in Brusque, Brazil, is holding its 72nd annual festival through October 28, featuring religious novenas, community meals, and various social activities.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/so-judas-tadeu-parish-holds-72nd-annual-festival-in-brusque

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