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.

📖 How to Use These General Intercessions

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3. Edit if Needed: Use "Edit" to customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Friday, April 25, 2025

FRIDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER

✚Solemnity

Liturgical Color: White

General Intercessions for FRIDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER

Option 1

1.That the Church, following the example of the first disciples, may be a community of fervent prayer and bold witness to the risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may be guided by the wisdom of the Holy Spirit to promote justice and peace for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are called to proclaim the Gospel, that they may be filled with the courage and power of the risen Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be faithful to Christ's command to 'Go and make disciples,' sharing the joy of Easter with everyone we meet, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a vibrant center of evangelization, drawing others to the new life offered by the risen Savior, 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 served Christ on earth may now rejoice with Him in His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be tireless fishers of men, casting their nets in the name of the risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may recognize Christ in the breaking of the bread and be nourished by His life-giving presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are discouraged in their faith, that an encounter with the risen Christ may rekindle their hope and zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our love for the Eucharist may grow ever deeper, recognizing it as the source and summit of our Easter faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that continually encounters the risen Lord and is sent forth to share His love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a renewed spirit of mission and evangelization in the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be gathered by the risen Shepherd into the eternal sheepfold, 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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