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 16, 2025

Wednesday of Holy Week

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General Intercessions for Wednesday of Holy Week

Option 1

1.That the Church, contemplating the price of our redemption, may always proclaim God's infinite love and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may reject the path of greed and betrayal, and seek instead the true good of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are tempted by worldly gain or who struggle with betrayal, that they may find strength in Christ to choose fidelity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may use these sacred days to purify our hearts, repenting of our sins and preparing to celebrate Christ's victory over death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be united in prayer and penance as we approach the solemn Triduum, 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, redeemed by Christ's precious blood, may share in His eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with faithfulness and courage as we enter the holiest days of the year, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may turn from the darkness of sin and embrace the light of Christ's saving love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel lost or abandoned, that they may know the depth of God's love, revealed in the passion of His Son, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our contemplation of Christ's betrayal and suffering may lead us to a greater sorrow for our own sins and a firm resolve to amend our lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that our observance of the Paschal Triduum may be a time of profound spiritual renewal and grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a spirit of deep reverence and participation in the liturgies of the Triduum.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be cleansed by the sacrifice of Christ and welcomed into His everlasting kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may mourn the betrayal of innocent human life through abortion and call all to repentance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may turn from enacting laws that permit the killing of unborn children and instead protect every human life, 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 sin that betrays God's gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those tempted to betray the life of their unborn child for worldly reasons may find the grace to choose love and sacrifice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may offer prayers and sacrifices this Holy Week for an end to abortion and for the healing of all affected by it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to provide support and alternatives to abortion, that they may be strengthened.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be held in the merciful love of our betrayed and risen Lord, 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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