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

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Wednesday in the 7th Week in Ordinary Time

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

Option 1

1.That the Church may faithfully proclaim the call to repentance and conversion, preparing hearts for God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may be humbled before God and seek His guidance in their service to humanity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are far from God, that they may hear His voice calling them to return to His merciful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may approach the Lenten season with a sincere desire for spiritual renewal and deeper conversion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, supporting one another in our journey of faith, 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, through God's mercy, attain eternal rest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with wisdom and inspire us to a more profound Lenten observance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may turn from sin and embrace the path of righteousness and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling with habitual sin, that they may find strength in God's grace to overcome their weaknesses, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may use the upcoming season of Lent to draw closer to Christ through prayer, penance, and works of charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community of sincere repentance and joyful anticipation of Easter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a fruitful Lenten season for all members of our parish.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be purified and welcomed into the eternal glory of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a powerful voice for repentance from the sin of abortion and a beacon of hope for a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may turn from enacting laws that permit the destruction of unborn human life, and instead protect every child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts in our society, that all may recognize the grave evil of abortion and seek God's forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who have participated in abortion may find healing and mercy through sincere repentance and God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may commit to prayer and fasting for an end to abortion and for the protection of all human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who offer compassionate support to women choosing life over abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be entrusted to the infinite mercy of our Heavenly Father, 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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