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, February 23, 2025

7th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the 7th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may always teach us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us, following the Lord's command, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may strive for reconciliation and peace, seeking to overcome hatred and division with love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who find it difficult to forgive, or who are consumed by anger or resentment, that they may experience the healing power of God's mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be perfect as our heavenly Father is perfect, by extending love and mercy even to those who do not deserve it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where forgiveness is freely given and received, reflecting the boundless love of God, 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 sought God's mercy may now rejoice in His perfect love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be living examples of Christ's command to love without limit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That civil society may reject vengeance and promote restorative justice and reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who have been hurt by others, that they may find the grace to forgive and be set free from bitterness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may strive to be merciful, just as our Father is merciful, showing kindness even to those who oppose us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its compassion, forgiveness, and unconditional love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of understanding and tolerance in our world.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may experience the fullness of God's mercy and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may lovingly proclaim the perfection of God's law, which calls us to defend every human life as sacred, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be inspired to create a society where every unborn child is loved, welcomed, and protected from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who advocate for abortion, that their hearts may be touched by God's mercy and converted to the truth of the Gospel of Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may extend love and compassion to those who have participated in abortion, offering them pathways to healing and forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a perfect reflection of God's love by actively supporting pregnant women and cherishing every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who counsel women in crisis pregnancies, that they may offer love and life-affirming solutions.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be embraced by our merciful Father in heaven, 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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