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

Monday, March 24, 2025

Monday in the 3rd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Monday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a place where prophets are honored and God's word is faithfully proclaimed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may listen to the voices of truth and justice, and not be swayed by popular opinion or self-interest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who face rejection or persecution for speaking the truth, that they may find strength and perseverance in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have open hearts to receive God's word, even when it challenges us, and be willing to follow where He leads, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with courage and conviction, even in the face of misunderstanding, 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 spoke God's truth 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 be a courageous prophet in our time, speaking God's word with love and clarity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize the authority of God and honor those He sends to guide them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are resistant to God's message, that their hearts may be softened and opened to the truth of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten practices may help us to overcome our own stubbornness and to embrace God's will more fully, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that listens attentively to God's prophets and responds with faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater respect for the teachings of the Church and its ministers.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the homeland of heaven, where prophets are honored, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a prophetic voice, fearlessly proclaiming the sanctity of every human life, even when it is rejected, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may honor God by protecting every unborn child from the violence 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 abortion as a grave offense against God's prophets of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who are pressured to have an abortion may find the courage to 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 place where the truth about the unborn is spoken with love and conviction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who courageously speak out against abortion and defend the voiceless.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be honored as precious souls in God's eternal 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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