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

Saturday, April 26, 2025

SATURDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER

✚Solemnity

Liturgical Color: White

General Intercessions for SATURDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER

Option 1

1.That the Church, as this Easter Octave concludes, may continue to live in the joy and power of Christ's resurrection throughout the year, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may be guided by the light of Christ to build a world where peace, justice, and love prevail, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all the newly baptized, that they may persevere in their Easter faith and grow in holiness as members of Christ's body, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may always live as an Easter people, with 'Alleluia' as our song, bearing witness to the risen Lord in all we do, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a lasting sign of Christ's victory over sin and death, radiating His light 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, having passed through death with Christ, may share in the unending joy of His resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may continue to proclaim the Easter message with unwavering faith and zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may be drawn to the hope and new life found in the risen Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who still live in darkness or despair, that the radiant light of Easter may penetrate their hearts and bring them peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our lives may be a continual witness to the resurrection, reflecting the transformative power of Christ's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that the graces of this Easter Octave may bear abundant fruit in holiness, service, and missionary outreach, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a spirit of gratitude for the gift of Christ's resurrection and our new life in Him.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died in the hope of rising again may now live forever in the glory of the 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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