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

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Tuesday in the 1st Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 1st Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may faithfully teach us how to pray, guiding us to a deeper communion with our Father in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek God's wisdom in their decisions and strive to govern with justice and integrity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who struggle with prayer or feel distant from God, that this Lenten season may be a time of renewed connection and grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten prayers may be sincere and heartfelt, transforming our lives and drawing us closer to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a house of prayer, where all are encouraged to seek God's face and will, 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 the Lord in prayer may now rejoice in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his prayers for the Church and the world may be heard and answered by our loving Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may learn to pray with humility and trust, seeking first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are anxious or troubled, that they may find peace and solace in prayer, casting all their cares upon the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our prayer, fasting, and almsgiving this Lent may be offered in secret to our Father, who sees in secret and will reward us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community deeply rooted in prayer, supporting one another in our Lenten journey, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a renewed commitment to personal and family prayer during this Lenten season.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may join the saints in everlasting prayer and praise of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church's Lenten prayers may rise to heaven for the protection of every unborn child, created in God's image, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be moved by prayer to defend the sanctity of human life and reject all laws that permit abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize the grave sin of abortion and turn to God in repentance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers who are considering abortion may be touched by grace and choose life, supported by our prayers and actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a powerhouse of prayer for an end to abortion and for the healing of our nation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who pray the Rosary and offer sacrifices for the pro-life cause.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be held in God's merciful embrace, 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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