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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3. Edit if Needed: Use "Edit" to customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Wednesday in the 5th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Wednesday in the 5th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may be a constant witness to Christ's love, inviting all people to follow Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may be guided by wisdom and integrity, always seeking the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are facing difficult decisions, that they may seek God's guidance and discern His will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be open to the traditions of our faith and allow them to enrich our spiritual lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where faith is nurtured and lived with conviction, 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 may enjoy eternal peace and rest in God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his leadership may inspire the Church to greater faithfulness and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may live in harmony, respecting the dignity of every person and upholding human rights, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling with doubt or discouragement, that they may find renewed hope in God's promises, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be instruments of God's peace and healing in our families, workplaces, and communities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a vibrant community of disciples, actively sharing the Good News with all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For those who are caring for sick family members or friends.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died in Christ may awaken to the joy of the resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always uphold the sacredness of human life, from the moment of conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be inspired to protect every unborn child from the violence of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a conversion of hearts in our society, that all may recognize the personhood of the unborn and reject the culture of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who are elderly or terminally ill may be treated with dignity and receive compassionate care that affirms their life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may actively support ministries that offer life-affirming alternatives to abortion and care for the vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work in pregnancy resource centers and adoption services.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be embraced by God's infinite love and mercy, 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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