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

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Easter

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General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Easter

Option 1

1.That the Church may persevere in witnessing to the risen Christ, even amidst persecution and hardship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may uphold the rights of all citizens, especially the freedom to worship God and live according to one's conscience, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who suffer for their faith in Christ, that they may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit and find courage in the example of the first martyrs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be willing to embrace the cost of discipleship, remaining faithful to Christ even when it is difficult, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with conviction and where all support one another in times of trial, 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 remained steadfast in faith may now receive the crown of righteousness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with apostolic courage and zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may hear the good news of salvation and be scattered by grace to proclaim Christ to the ends of the earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, that their sufferings may bear abundant fruit for the kingdom of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Easter faith may empower us to be bold witnesses to Christ, unafraid to speak His name and share His love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that supports missionaries and all who suffer for the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For an increase in missionary vocations and a spirit of evangelization.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may join the company of martyrs and saints in praising God eternally, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a fearless witness to the sanctity of every human life, even when persecuted for this truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may have the courage to protect unborn children from the violence of abortion, choosing life over death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts in our society, that all may turn from the sin of abortion and embrace the Gospel of Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers facing pressure or persecution may find strength in Christ to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a steadfast advocate for the unborn, offering prayers and support for a culture that cherishes every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who courageously defend the unborn in the public square.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be counted among the holy innocents in 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.

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