St. Jude Shop

05/27/2026

St. Jude Liturgical Arts Studio had the honor of designing, fabricating, and installing this beautiful reliquary for but did you know this breathtaking Basilica is also home to a relic associated with Our Blessed Mother’s veil?

Let me say that again… a relic connected to Mary’s veil.

Do not walk… RUN to this stunning and historic Basilica to witness, pray, and experience one of the most beautiful treasures of our Catholic faith. From the sacred architecture to the reverence felt inside these walls, it is truly a place where Heaven meets earth. We are absolutely enjoying all the beauty of this beautiful basilica—more to come!

Founded in 1795, the Basilica of Saint Mary is the oldest Catholic parish in Virginia and continues to be a beacon of faith, beauty, and tradition.

We are deeply humbled in our role in preserving and beautifying such a sacred space for generations to come.

God Bless 🙏

05/24/2026

Ever wonder about the beauty of Pentecost? 🔥

Pentecost is the moment the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles with tongues of fire, courage replaced fear, and the Church was born. What’s so beautiful is this: the same Holy Spirit is alive within us today.

We are called to continue being the fire.

Every day we can live more like Christ by:• choosing kindness• serving others• praying daily• protecting peace in our homes• leading with love• forgiving quickly• using our gifts for God’s glory

Pentecost reminds us that ordinary people filled with the Holy Spirit can change the world.

Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of Your faithful and kindle in them the fire of Your love. ❤️‍🔥

05/22/2026

We are so humbled and grateful to be featured in the Spring 2026 edition of Ave Maria Lifestyle Magazine — especially sharing the cover with

The icing on the cake is seeing our family story rooted in faith, family, and service — the very foundation that has allowed our three-generation business to prosper today.

Thank you for this beautiful feature, for highlighting the heart behind what we do, and for honoring the importance of family legacy and faith-filled work. We are incredibly grateful.

God bless always.

05/13/2026

Today we celebrate the beautiful Feast of Our Lady of Fatima 🤍✨

On May 13, 1917, the Blessed Mother appeared to three shepherd children — Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta — in Fatima, Portugal. During her apparitions, Our Lady called the world to prayer, repentance, peace, and devotion to the Holy Rosary.

One of the most powerful messages of Fatima was simple:“Pray the Rosary every day to obtain peace for the world.”

Did you know?• The apparitions of Fatima took place over six months in 1917• The “Miracle of the Sun” was witnessed by tens of thousands of people on October 13, 1917• St. John Paul II credited Our Lady of Fatima with saving his life after the assassination attempt on May 13, 1981• Our Lady of Fatima remains one of the most beloved Marian devotions in the Catholic Church

“I place all my confidence in Mary. She is the cause of our joy, our hope, and the object of our love.” — St. John Paul II

Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us. 🙏

— The DiCocco Family & St. Jude Shop

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, spiritual mothers, and mother figures from The DiCocco Family St. Jude Shop.

Today we celebrate the beauty, sacrifice, strength, and unconditional love of motherhood — a true reflection of God’s love in the world. Thank you for the countless prayers whispered, meals made, tears wiped, hugs given, and faith passed down through generations. Your vocation is sacred and deeply cherished.

“The vocation of motherhood is a great vocation… it is one of the most important services that can be rendered to life and love.”— Saint Pope John Paul II

“A mother’s heart is a child’s first classroom.”— Saint Teresa of Calcutta

“Never be afraid of loving the Blessed Virgin too much. You can never love her more than Jesus did.”— Saint Maximilian Kolbe

May Our Blessed Mother continue to guide and protect all women who nurture others with grace, faith, and love. Wishing you a beautiful and blessed Mother’s Day filled with peace, joy, and family.

05/04/2026

Congratulations to all of our First Holy Communicants! ✨

It’s such a beautiful season of First Holy Communion, and we are filled with joy celebrating these sacred moments.

Here is a special picture of Lou and Vicki DiCocco with their youngest granddaughter, Theresa celebrating Sunday Mass after her first holy communion day at St. Patrick’s Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Theresa is wearing one of our favorite looks—her dress, veil, purse, shoes, and socks are all from our shop, making her day even more special.

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05/01/2026

May is the month of Mary 💙
A time to honor our Blessed Mother and celebrate the gift of mothers in our lives.
Shop meaningful gifts that inspire faith, love, and beauty. ✨
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04/24/2026

Last night was truly an incredible honor for our family and business to be inducted into the Delaware County Catholic Education Hall of Fame. We are so grateful to have received this award and to be recognized for something that means so much to us.

Lou DiCocco shared a powerful message on the importance of Catholic education and the role our family plays in supporting it—it was both humbling and inspiring. Alongside his wife, Victoria, whose dedication to serving on numerous Catholic school boards helps these schools thrive and grow, their commitment is truly remarkable. This mission is deeply rooted in our hearts, and we feel incredibly blessed to serve our community through our work and our store.

We are beyond grateful—thank you for this honor.

04/20/2026

https://youtu.be/-BvwVsV9XyM

Click on the press conference below to see Lou DiCocco, founder of St. Jude Liturgical Arts Studio, speaking at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, in Toledo, Ohio on April 16. This incredible project is set to be nothing short of magnificent—stay tuned as this sacred space is transformed with beauty and purpose!

April 16, 2026