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

Monday, May 19, 2025

Monday in the 5th Week of Easter

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General Intercessions for Monday in the 5th Week of Easter

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be guided by the Holy Spirit, the Advocate, in proclaiming Christ's truth to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek wisdom and understanding, fostering peace and justice among all nations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are persecuted for their faith, that the Holy Spirit may grant them courage and strength to bear witness to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit in our lives, allowing Him to guide our thoughts, words, and actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the fruits of the Holy Spirit are evident and where all are empowered for 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 the faithful departed, having lived by the Spirit, may now rejoice in God's eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that the Holy Spirit may fill him with wisdom and fortitude as he leads the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may be drawn by the Spirit of truth to Christ, the light of the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel lost or confused, that the Advocate may guide them into all truth and bring them peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Easter faith may be enlivened by the Holy Spirit, making us bold and joyful witnesses to the risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community docile to the Holy Spirit, always seeking to do God's will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a new Pentecost in our lives and in the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be brought by the Spirit into the fullness of life with the Father and the Son, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, empowered by the Holy Spirit, may courageously advocate for the right to life of every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be enlightened by the Spirit of Truth to protect all human life from conception by rejecting abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a grave sin against the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be filled with the Spirit's peace and courage, choosing life for their children and trusting in God's providence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community, guided by the Advocate, may be a steadfast defender of the unborn and a source of support for a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit in the pro-life movement.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be filled with the eternal life of the Holy Spirit 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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