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 29, 2025

Saturday in the 3rd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Saturday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a beacon of humility, confessing its dependence on God's mercy, like the tax collector in the temple, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with humility, acknowledging their limitations and seeking true justice for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are proud or self-righteous, that this Lenten season may lead them to a spirit of humility and repentance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may approach God in prayer with contrite and humble hearts, trusting not in our own merits but in His boundless mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where true humility is valued and where all support one another in seeking God's forgiveness, 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 humbled themselves before God may now be exalted in His eternal kingdom, 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 humble service of a true shepherd, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may reject pride and arrogance, and embrace the path of humility and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel unworthy of God's love, that they may be assured of His mercy and approach Him with confidence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten practices may cultivate in us a spirit of genuine humility, recognizing our need for God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that welcomes sinners and rejoices in God's mercy, which is offered to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper participation in the Sacrament of Reconciliation during this Lenten season.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may find mercy at God's judgment and be raised to eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may humbly implore God's mercy for the sin of abortion and steadfastly defend every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may recognize with humility the sanctity of human life and protect the unborn from all violence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the pride that leads to abortion and embrace God's gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who have participated in abortion may approach God with humble and contrite hearts, seeking His forgiveness and healing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of humble service, offering compassionate support to pregnant women and advocating for the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who pray for an end to abortion and for the protection of the most vulnerable.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be lifted up by God's mercy into His eternal presence, 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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