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, April 14, 2025

Tuesday of the 2nd Week of Easter

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Liturgical Color: White

General Intercessions for Tuesday of the 2nd Week of Easter

Option 1

1.For the Church, that she may remain alive to the Spirit who blows where He wills — not resisting the wind that moves beyond her plans and structures, but following wherever Christ leads, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who govern may not attempt to control or suppress the movements of faith and conscience that the Spirit stirs in the hearts of citizens, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those whose faith has blown away like wind — who cannot say where it has gone — that the same Spirit who left may return in this Easter season and find an open door, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may fix our gaze on the Son of Man lifted up — the crucified and risen Christ — and find in that vision the eternal life He promises to all who believe, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be a community surprised by the Spirit — flexible enough to follow where He blows, and joyful when He moves in unexpected directions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.

For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For the Church, that she may lift up the Son of Man before every generation — not domesticating the Cross into comfortable religion but holding it high as the one sign that draws all people to healing and life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That leaders of nations may acknowledge the limits of earthly authority — that no one has ascended into heaven except the One who descended — and govern with the humility of those who will one day answer for what they have done, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who have heard the sound of the Spirit but cannot tell where it comes from or where it goes — those on the edge of faith — that this season may be the moment of recognition and surrender, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may receive the simple and astonishing gift held out to us today: everyone who believes in the lifted-up Son of Man may have eternal life — and trust that this gift is truly meant for us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may lift up the Risen Christ in everything it does this Easter season — in its charity, its welcome, its prayer — so that all who draw near may be drawn to Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper Easter faith in the Resurrection and the promise of eternal life.Lord, hear our prayer.

For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may lift up every unborn life before the world as Moses lifted up the serpent — saying: look at this, and live — refusing to let the smallest human life be hidden or forgotten, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may hear in the promise of eternal life the measure of every human being's worth — that no life can be weighed and found dispensable when it is destined for eternity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For mothers navigating a crisis pregnancy in the dark — alone with their fear and a decision before them — that someone bearing the wind of the Spirit may find them tonight and speak a word of genuine hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be lifted up by the Easter faith that death does not win — and let that conviction make us courageous in speaking for the unborn wherever we have a voice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be a place where the lifting up of Christ and the lifting up of the vulnerable go together — where worship and practical care for mothers and children are inseparable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all engaged in pro-life ministry, that the Spirit may blow fresh courage and creativity into their work.Lord, hear our prayer.

For N. and all the faithful departed, 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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