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.

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Sunday, February 9, 2025

5th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the 5th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may be salt for the earth and light for the world, seasoning society with Gospel values and illuminating the path to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with integrity, seeking to dispel the darkness of injustice and corruption, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who live in spiritual or moral darkness, that the light of Christ may shine upon them, leading them to conversion and hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our good deeds may shine before others, not for our own glory, but so that they may give glory to our Father in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a beacon of Christ's light, attracting others to His truth and love through our witness, 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 the faithful departed who have lived as children of light may now share in God's eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be wise stewards of God's mysteries, seasoning their teaching with truth and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That civil society may be preserved from the corruption of sin and enlightened by the values of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel their lives lack flavor or meaning, that they may discover the richness of life in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not hide the light of our faith, but let it shine brightly in our words and actions, drawing others to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community whose faith is evident and whose good works give praise to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For an increase in missionary zeal among all the baptized.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have walked in the light of Christ may now see God face to face, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a clear and shining light, proclaiming the sacredness of every human life from conception's first spark, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be salt that preserves justice, enacting laws that protect the unborn and all vulnerable human beings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For an end to the darkness of abortion, and for a culture that illuminates the path of life and hope for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who are tempted to despair or to see human life as disposable may be enlightened by the truth of God's love for every person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may let its pro-life witness shine, offering tangible support to mothers, children, and families in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work in crisis pregnancy centers, shining a light of hope for those in difficult situations.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may shine as stars in God's eternal kingdom, 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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