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

Monday, February 24, 2025

Monday in the 7th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Monday in the 7th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may be a steadfast witness to holiness, calling all people to live according to God's commands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That leaders of nations may promote laws and policies that reflect justice and moral truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling to overcome sin and temptation, that they may find strength and guidance in the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may strive for holiness in our daily lives, consecrating our actions and thoughts to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where virtue is encouraged and all are supported in their journey to sainthood, 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 holiness in their lives may rejoice in God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may inspire the Church to pursue sanctity with unwavering commitment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize their call to be holy, reflecting the image of God in which they were created, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel far from God or unworthy of His love, that they may experience His call to holiness and His merciful embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be temples of the Holy Spirit, honoring God with our bodies and our lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community dedicated to growing in holiness and mutual encouragement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper understanding of our universal call to holiness.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be perfected in holiness and admitted to the company of the saints, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always be a holy temple, defending the sacredness of every human life conceived, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may recognize that all human beings, including the unborn, are called to holiness and possess an inviolable right to life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For an end to the desecration of human life through abortion, and for a culture that reveres God's gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who are vulnerable and seen as imperfect by the world may be cherished as holy temples of God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a sanctuary of holiness, actively protecting the unborn and supporting all who choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to build a civilization of love and respect for every human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children whose lives were not allowed to flourish may be holy saints 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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