What are general intercessions for daily Mass?

General intercessions, also known as prayers of the faithful or universal prayers, are prayers offered during Catholic Mass where the congregation prays for the needs of the Church, the world, the suffering, and the local community. They are called "general" because they address universal concerns rather than specific individual requests.

How are general intercessions different from prayers of the faithful?

General intercessions and prayers of the faithful are actually the same thing. "General intercessions" emphasizes their universal nature, while "prayers of the faithful" emphasizes who offers them - the baptized faithful. Both terms refer to the same liturgical element of the Mass.

When are general intercessions prayed during Mass?

General intercessions are prayed during the Liturgy of the Word, after the homily and Creed (if said). They conclude the Liturgy of the Word before the Liturgy of the Eucharist begins with the Preparation of the Gifts.

Who writes the general intercessions for daily Mass?

Our general intercessions are written by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario, following the guidelines of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and with input from theology students and experienced clergy.

Understanding General Intercessions for Daily Mass

General intercessions, also known as the "Prayer of the Faithful" or "Universal Prayer," are an essential part of the Catholic Mass where the congregation joins together to pray for the needs of the Church and the world. These intercessions are called "general" because they address universal concerns that affect all Catholics and humanity as a whole.

📖 How to Use These General Intercessions

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Sunday, January 26, 2025

3rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the 3rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church, gathered by the Word of God, may be a community of fervent disciples, responding to Christ's call, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may heed the call to justice and work for the liberation of all who are oppressed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are enslaved by sin or addiction, that they may hear Christ's call to repentance and find freedom in Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we, like the first disciples, may leave behind our nets of attachment and follow Christ without hesitation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the Kingdom of God is proclaimed and its presence is made visible through our actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have answered Christ's call may now rejoice in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all ministers of the Gospel, that they may effectively proclaim the urgency of God's Kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all nations may turn from the paths of darkness and embrace the light of Christ's truth and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are searching for direction in their lives, that they may recognize and respond to Jesus' invitation to follow Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be fishers of men and women, drawing others to Christ through the witness of our lives and the sincerity of our love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively seeks to bring the Good News to all, especially those on the peripheries, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of evangelization within our parish.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all our departed brothers and sisters may be welcomed into the eternal Kingdom of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always proclaim the good news that every human life is a sacred gift from God, worthy of protection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be moved by the call to justice to defend the right to life of every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For an end to the culture of death manifested in abortion and euthanasia, and for a societal embrace of the Gospel of Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who are vulnerable, especially the elderly and the disabled, may be cherished and cared for, not abandoned or seen as burdens, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a strong advocate for life, offering support and resources to all, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work in crisis pregnancy centers, offering life-affirming alternatives.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent lives lost through violence or neglect may find peace in God's loving embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

About Our General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Our general intercessions are carefully written by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario. Each set of intercessions follows the guidelines established by the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and is crafted with input from theology students and experienced clergy.

📅 Liturgically Accurate

Every intercession is crafted to reflect the specific liturgical season, rank, and saint of the day, ensuring theological accuracy and seasonal appropriateness.

🌍 Universally Focused

Our general intercessions address the four traditional categories: Church needs, world concerns, those in distress, and local community intentions.

📝 Ready to Use

Each option is formatted for immediate use by lectors and can be downloaded as a professional PDF for easy printing and reading during Mass.

✏️ Customizable

Edit any intercession to address your parish's specific needs while maintaining the theological structure and universal focus of general intercessions.

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