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 31, 2025

Monday in the 4th Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Monday in the 4th Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may be a clear sign of Christ's healing power, bringing hope and new life to a suffering world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek the true good of their people, promoting health, justice, and peace for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are sick in body, mind, or spirit, that they may experience the healing touch of Jesus and the support of our prayers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have faith like the royal official, trusting in Christ's power to heal and save, even from a distance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of compassion and care for the sick and suffering among us, 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 sought healing in Christ may now enjoy eternal health and life in His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his ministry may bring spiritual healing and renewal to the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may turn to God in times of trial, trusting in His infinite mercy and power to save, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who care for the sick, that they may be strengthened by God's grace and serve with love and dedication, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Lenten practices may lead us to a deeper faith in Jesus, the Divine Physician, who came to heal our infirmities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively ministers to the sick and brings Christ's healing presence to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater trust in God's healing power in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be raised to new life in Christ and experience the fullness of His healing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a powerful voice for the healing of our nation from the wound of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may have faith in the value of every human life and work to protect unborn children 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 grave illness in society and seek God's healing mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers who are facing pressure to abort may find strength and support to choose life and healing for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of healing and hope, offering compassionate alternatives to abortion and supporting a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who minister to those wounded by abortion, offering Christ's healing and forgiveness.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may find eternal healing and peace in God's loving embrace, 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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