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

Thursday, March 13, 2025

Thursday in the 1st Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 1st Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may persevere in prayer, knocking at the door of God's mercy for the salvation of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek true wisdom and justice, asking for God's guidance in their governance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are hesitant to pray or who have lost hope, that they may learn to trust in God's goodness and His desire to give good gifts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten prayers may be persistent and full of faith, confident that our heavenly Father hears and answers us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people of constant prayer, supporting one another and interceding for the world, 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 knocked at heaven's gate may now be welcomed into God's eternal home, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his prayers for the Church may be strengthened by the intercession of the whole People of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may seek the things that are above, asking God for the gift of His Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel their prayers are unanswered, that they may persevere with trust and openness to God's will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our prayer, fasting, and almsgiving this Lent may bear fruit in a deeper love for God and a greater charity towards our neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community where prayer is fervent and faith is lived with joyful confidence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a renewed spirit of intercessory prayer within our families and community.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may receive the good gifts of God's mercy and eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may knock persistently at the heart of society, praying for an end to abortion and the protection of every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may seek the wisdom to enact laws that defend all human life, asking for guidance to protect the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize the sanctity of life from conception and reject the evil of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers who are considering abortion may be surrounded by loving support and find the strength to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a powerhouse of prayer and action, working tirelessly for a culture that cherishes every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who pray outside abortion clinics, peacefully witnessing to the sanctity of life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be received as precious gifts into God's heavenly kingdom, 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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