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

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Saturday in the 1st Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Saturday in the 1st Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may always call us to love God with our whole heart and our neighbor as ourselves, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and compassion, seeking the good of all, especially the poor and vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling to love, or who feel unloved, that they may experience the transforming power of God's perfect love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten practices may purify our hearts and enable us to love more generously and selflessly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a true reflection of Christ's love, reaching out to all with kindness and mercy, 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 lived in love may now rejoice in God's eternal embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church in the path of love, following the example of the Good Shepherd, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may learn to love even their enemies, and pray for those who persecute them, as Christ taught us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those whose hearts are hardened by hatred or bitterness, that they may be touched by God's grace and learn to love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our love for God may be expressed in concrete acts of service to our neighbor, especially those most in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community overflowing with the love of Christ, a beacon of hope in our world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper appreciation of the sacrament of charity, the Holy Eucharist.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be perfected in love and welcomed into the eternal communion of saints, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may teach with love the sacredness of every human life, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be inspired by love for the most vulnerable to protect every unborn child from the violence of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a failure to love, and embrace a culture that cherishes every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be surrounded by loving support, empowering them to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the love of Christ compels us to defend the unborn and support all who choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who volunteer their time and resources to support crisis pregnancy centers.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may know the fullness of God's love 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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