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
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Saint Rita of Cascia, religious
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Rita of Cascia, religious
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Rita's perseverance in difficult situations, may always be a beacon of hope for those facing impossible trials, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek peaceful solutions to conflicts and work to reconcile those who are estranged, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are suffering in difficult marriages, family situations, or seemingly hopeless circumstances, that through St. Rita's intercession, they may find strength, patience, and God's healing grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from St. Rita to trust in God's power even when faced with great adversity, and to persevere in prayer for our needs and the needs of others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of support and prayer for all who are carrying heavy crosses, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who have lost loved ones to violence or tragedy.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who persevered in faith through suffering may now rejoice with St. Rita in the peace of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be compassionate ministers of reconciliation and hope, like St. Rita, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may promote forgiveness and understanding, working to heal divisions and build a culture of peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling to forgive, or who feel overwhelmed by past hurts, that St. Rita may intercede for their healing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Easter faith may give us the strength to embrace our own share in Christ's passion, trusting in the power of His resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that offers comfort to the afflicted and stands in solidarity with all who suffer, 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 may find forgiveness and eternal peace through the merits of Christ's passion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always bear witness to the love of the Father, revealed in His Son, Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with justice and seek to promote the unity of the human family, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are seeking to know God, that they may encounter Christ and be drawn into the life of the Holy Trinity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may love one another as Christ has loved us, fulfilling His new commandment and showing the world that we are His disciples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the love of God is experienced and shared abundantly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding of the mystery of the Holy Trinity.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may be brought into the eternal communion of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may faithfully reveal the Father's love to the Church and the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may come to believe in Jesus Christ, the one sent by the Father, and have eternal life in His name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel orphaned or unloved, that they may experience the tender compassion of God our Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Easter faith may fill us with confidence to approach the Father in prayer, knowing that He hears and loves us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a true family of God, united in love and witnessing to the Father's mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of filial love and trust in God our Father.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may see God as He is and rejoice in His presence forever, 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.