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 14, 2025
SAINT MATTHIAS, APOSTLE
✦Feast
Liturgical Color: Red
General Intercessions for SAINT MATTHIAS, APOSTLE
Option 1
1.That the Church, continuing the mission entrusted to the Apostles, may always be guided by the Holy Spirit in choosing her leaders and proclaiming the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be chosen for their integrity and dedication to service, working for the true good of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are called to positions of leadership and responsibility in the Church, that they may be faithful witnesses to Christ, like Saint Matthias, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be open to God's call in our lives, responding with generosity and trust, even when the path is uncertain, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, inspired by the apostolic college, may be united in faith and zealous in mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the discernment of vocations within our parish and the wider Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who faithfully served Christ in the apostolic tradition may now rejoice with Saint Matthias 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 be filled with the Holy Spirit and guide the Church with wisdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may respect the Church's freedom to choose her ministers and carry out her divine mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have been chosen for special service in the Church, that they may be faithful to their calling and bear abundant fruit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Easter faith may empower us to be true apostles of the risen Christ, witnessing to His love and truth in our daily lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that supports its leaders and works together to build up the Body of Christ, 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 counted among the saints in glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Feast is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be attentive to the voice of the risen Lord, guiding us in His truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek wisdom from above and govern their peoples with justice and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are searching for Christ, that they may find Him in the community of believers and in the breaking of the bread, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live this Easter season with hearts full of joy, sharing the hope of the resurrection with all we encounter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith in the risen Christ is vibrant and actively lived, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are preparing for marriage or other life commitments.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may be raised to eternal life with our risen Savior, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with the strength and peace of the risen Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may be united in the love of Christ, overcoming all divisions and strife, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are sick or suffering, that they may experience the healing touch of the risen Lord and the support of our prayers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our lives may be a testimony to the power of the resurrection, bringing light and hope to a world in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community transformed by Easter grace, fervent in worship and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding of the Scriptures during this Easter season.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in faith may awaken to the glorious light of Christ's resurrection, 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.