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

Friday, March 21, 2025

Friday in the 2nd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Friday in the 2nd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church, like the vineyard of the Lord, may bear abundant fruit for God's kingdom through holiness and good works, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That leaders of nations may be faithful stewards of the responsibilities entrusted to them, seeking justice and the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who have rejected God or His messengers, that their hearts may be opened to repentance and the gift of salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be faithful tenants in God's vineyard, using our gifts and talents to produce a harvest of righteousness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a fruitful branch of Christ's vine, bearing witness to His love 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 labored in the Lord's vineyard may now enjoy the eternal harvest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may wisely tend the vineyard of the Lord, the universal Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may respect the dignity of human labor and ensure just treatment for all workers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel their lives are barren or unproductive, that they may find new purpose and fruitfulness in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten penances may prune away what is sinful in us, so that we may bear more abundant fruit for God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that diligently cultivates the gifts of the Spirit and shares them generously, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a spirit of gratitude for God's blessings and a willingness to share them.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be gathered into the heavenly granary of the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a fruitful vineyard, cultivating a deep respect for every human life from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be faithful tenants, protecting the precious gift of unborn human life from the scourge of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a conversion of hearts in our society, that all may recognize the evil of destroying innocent life in the womb and turn to God's mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be supported and cherished, so they may bring forth the fruit of their wombs with joy and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may work diligently to protect the unborn, offering loving alternatives to abortion and supporting a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who labor in pro-life ministries, that their efforts may bear abundant fruit.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may blossom in the eternal vineyard of God's 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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