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

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Tuesday in the 7th Week in Ordinary Time

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

Option 1

1.That the Church may always guide its members in discerning what is truly good and pleasing to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may make decisions based on sound moral principles and the pursuit of justice for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling with difficult choices, that they may seek wisdom and be guided by the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have the courage to renounce what is harmful and to embrace what leads to true life and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where Christian values are upheld 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 who sought to do God's will may receive their eternal reward, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with clarity and faithfulness to the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may reject violence and choose the path of dialogue and peaceful resolution of conflicts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are tempted by worldly allurements, that they may recognize the true source of happiness in God alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be vigilant against the occasions of sin and strive to live lives worthy of our Christian calling, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that supports its members in making good moral choices, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of discernment in our personal and communal lives.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be purified from all sin and welcomed into God's eternal light, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a clear voice proclaiming the inherent goodness of every human life created by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may choose to protect all human life from conception, renouncing the evil of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a societal conversion, that all may see abortion as a grave offense against God and humanity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who are vulnerable, especially the unborn, the sick, and the elderly, may be defended from all attacks against their right to life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may actively promote a culture of life, offering support and rejecting all that leads to death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who courageously choose to give birth in difficult circumstances.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent lives lost to abortion may find peace and healing in God's 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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