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

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Wednesday in the 5th Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Wednesday in the 5th Week of Lent

Option 1

1.That the Church may always proclaim the truth that sets us free, leading all to the liberating knowledge of Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice, freeing their people from oppression and promoting true human freedom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are enslaved by sin, addiction, or any form of bondage, that they may be set free by the power of Christ's truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may remain in Christ's word, so that we may know the truth and experience the freedom that He alone can give, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the truth of the Gospel is lived and proclaimed, bringing freedom and hope to all, 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 truth in Christ may now enjoy the fullness of freedom in His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a courageous herald of God's truth, which liberates humanity from sin and error, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may be freed from ideologies that enslave the human spirit and come to know the truth of their dignity as children of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are persecuted 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 our Lenten practices may help us to break free from our own enslavements and to live in the glorious freedom of God's children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that cherishes the truth of the Gospel and witnesses to its liberating power, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper understanding of the relationship between truth and freedom.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be set free from every bond and rejoice in the eternal truth of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may courageously proclaim the truth that every human life is sacred and possesses an inalienable right to freedom from violence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be set free from the deception that abortion is a solution, and instead work to protect every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may embrace the truth about the personhood of the unborn and reject the slavery of the culture of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be freed from fear and pressure, and empowered by truth and love to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a beacon of truth, actively working to free our society from the evil of abortion and promote a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to educate others on the scientific and moral truth about unborn human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be set free into the glorious light and truth of 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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