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

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Wednesday in the 3rd Week of Easter

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General Intercessions for Wednesday in the 3rd Week of Easter

Option 1

1.That the Church may always proclaim Christ as the true Bread from heaven, who gives life to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may work to ensure that all people have access to the nourishment they need, both physical and spiritual, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who hunger for God and seek the meaning of life, that they may come to believe in Jesus, the one sent by the Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our participation in the Eucharist may deepen our faith in Christ's real presence and transform us into His image, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people who live by the Eucharist, drawing strength and nourishment from Christ, the Bread of Life, 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 were fed by Christ in this life may now share in His eternal banquet, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church in faithfulness to Christ, the living Bread come down from heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may recognize their deepest hunger is for God and find fulfillment in Him alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who doubt the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, that their hearts may be opened to this mystery of faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may always approach the Eucharist with reverence, gratitude, and a sincere desire to be united with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that our celebrations of the Eucharist may be powerful encounters with the risen Lord, nourishing us for mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater devotion to Eucharistic adoration in our parish.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died believing in Christ, the Bread of Life, may have eternal life with Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may proclaim that Christ, the Bread of Life, intends for every conceived child to receive the gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be nourished by truth and justice, protecting the lives of the unborn who hunger for life itself, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the culture that discards unborn life, and seek Christ who offers eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may find in the Eucharist the strength to cherish and sustain the precious life within them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community, fed by the Body of Christ, may work to ensure that every unborn child is welcomed and nourished in a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who advocate for the unborn, that their work may bear fruit in saving lives.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be fed with the eternal Bread of God's love 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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