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, May 3, 2025
SAINT PHILIP AND SAINT JAMES, APOSTLES
✦Feast
Liturgical Color: Red
General Intercessions for SAINT PHILIP AND SAINT JAMES, APOSTLES
Option 1
1.That the Church, founded on the Apostles, may always be faithful to their teaching and zealous in proclaiming Christ, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek the wisdom that comes from God and lead their people in paths of righteousness and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are called to follow Christ, like Philip and James, that they may respond with generous hearts and unwavering commitment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may grow in our desire to see the Father, recognizing His presence in Jesus Christ and in the life of the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, built on the foundation of the Apostles, may be a vibrant witness to the risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the unity of all Christians, that we may be one as Christ and the Father are one.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have faithfully followed the apostolic way may now rejoice with Saints Philip and James in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, successor of Peter, and all bishops, successors of the Apostles, that they may guide the Church with apostolic courage and fidelity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may respect the Church's mission to evangelize and promote human dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are searching for truth or feel lost, that like Philip, they may encounter Christ and lead others to Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our faith may be strengthened by the witness of the Apostles, empowering us to proclaim Christ in word and deed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a truly apostolic community, rooted in the teaching of the Apostles and fervent in mission, 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 who have died in the apostolic faith may be welcomed into the company of the saints, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Feast is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may conclude this week of Easter joy with hearts full of praise for Christ's resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may find rest and wisdom this weekend, seeking to govern with justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who will gather for worship on the Lord's Day, that their faith may be strengthened and their hope renewed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may use our leisure time to grow closer to God and to serve our families and communities with Easter charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a beacon of resurrection light, drawing all to the joy of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For safe travel for all who are journeying this weekend.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in the hope of resurrection may awaken to eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be filled with the joy of the risen Lord as he guides the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all people may find moments of peace to encounter the risen Christ and experience His transformative love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For families, that they may be havens of Easter peace, sharing the joy of Christ's victory with one another, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may approach the end of this week with gratitude for the gift of new life in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our Sunday Eucharist may be a powerful encounter with the risen Lord, renewing us for mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are lonely or feel isolated, that they may experience the fellowship of our Easter community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all our departed loved ones may rejoice in the eternal Easter of heaven, 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.