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 27, 2025

Thursday in the 3rd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may be a powerful witness against the forces of evil, always trusting in the power of Christ to cast out demons, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may resist the influence of evil and work to build societies founded on truth, justice, and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are oppressed by evil spirits or struggling with spiritual darkness, that they may find liberation and healing in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be vigilant against the tactics of the devil, strengthening ourselves through prayer, fasting, and the sacraments, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the light of Christ dispels all darkness and where souls find refuge and strength, 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 fought the good fight against evil may now rejoice in Christ's eternal victory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with courage in its spiritual battle against the powers of darkness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may turn from idolatry and the worship of false gods, and come to know the one true God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are tempted to despair or to give in to evil, that they may be strengthened by God's grace and the prayers of the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten practices may fortify us against temptation and help us to grow in virtue and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community united in Christ, standing firm against evil and witnessing to His saving power, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater awareness of the reality of spiritual warfare and the need for constant vigilance.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be delivered from all evil and welcomed into the kingdom of light and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a strong fortress against the evil of abortion, defending every human life created in God's image, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be delivered from the influence of the culture of death and work to protect the unborn from all harm, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a demonic attack on human life and seek God's mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers tempted by abortion may find the strength in Christ to cast out fear and choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of spiritual warfare, fighting against the evil of abortion through prayer, fasting, and works of mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who pray for the deliverance of our society from the scourge of abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be freed from darkness and rest in the eternal light of Christ, 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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