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

Sunday, May 4, 2025

3rd SUNDAY OF EASTER

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Liturgical Color: White

General Intercessions for the 3rd SUNDAY OF EASTER

Option 1

1.That the Church, like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, may have her heart burning as the Scriptures are opened and Christ is recognized in the breaking of the bread, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek the wisdom of the risen Christ in their governance, working for a world where all may share in the banquet of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are journeying in faith, especially those who are doubtful or downcast, that they may encounter the risen Lord and have their eyes opened to His presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our participation in the Eucharist may transform us, sending us forth to proclaim with joy that Christ is risen and alive in our midst, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community, nourished by Word and Sacrament, may be a people whose lives bear witness to the resurrection, 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 walked with Christ on earth may now share in the eternal feast of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may faithfully interpret the Scriptures and help us recognize the risen Lord in the Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may be drawn to the table of the Lord, where Christ offers Himself as food for the journey to eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those whose hearts are closed or whose eyes are kept from recognizing Christ, that the Holy Spirit may open them to faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may always approach the Eucharist with hearts full of faith, recognizing it as a true encounter with our risen Savior, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be an Emmaus community, where Christ is known in fellowship, in His Word, and in the breaking of the bread, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper love and understanding of the Holy Eucharist among all the faithful.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may recognize the Lord in His glory and be welcomed to His eternal banquet, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may open the eyes of the world to see every unborn child as a precious life for whom Christ rose from the dead, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers, like the disciples whose eyes were opened, may recognize the humanity of the unborn and protect them from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the blindness that leads to abortion and embrace the light of Christ's truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may recognize the risen Lord's presence with them and choose life, nourished by His grace and our support, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community, in the breaking of the bread, may be strengthened to defend every human life and offer Christ's hope to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to help others see the sanctity of every human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may have their eyes opened to the eternal 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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