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 20, 2025

Thursday in the 2nd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 2nd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may be a persistent intercessor, like Abraham, pleading for God's mercy upon a sinful world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may listen to the cries of the poor and work to build societies founded on justice and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel estranged from God or their community, that they may experience the richness of God's mercy and return to Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten prayers may be bold and confident, trusting in God's infinite goodness and His desire to save all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where intercessory prayer is fervent and where all support one another in 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 who trusted in God's mercy 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 he may lead the Church with the wisdom of a true shepherd, interceding for his flock, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize their need for God's forgiveness and turn to Him with contrite hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are poor in spirit or materially, that they may receive the blessings of God's kingdom through our charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our prayer, fasting, and almsgiving this Lent may be pleasing to God and bear fruit in our lives and in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that perseveres in prayer and good works throughout this holy season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper spirit of humility and trust in God's mercy.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be found righteous in God's sight and welcomed into His eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may persistently intercede for an end to abortion, pleading for God's mercy on our nation and the protection of every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may listen to the voice of conscience and reject the culture of death, choosing to defend the lives of 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 grave sin of abortion and seek God's forgiveness and healing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers who are struggling may be surrounded by love and support, and find the strength to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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

Optional:For all who participate in peaceful prayer vigils and offer sacrifices for the unborn.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be enfolded in God's infinite mercy and love, 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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