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

Friday, May 23, 2025

Saturday of the 7th Week of Easter

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General Intercessions for Saturday of the 7th Week of Easter

Option 1

1.For the Church, that she may trust in the testimony of the apostles and evangelists — 'we know that his testimony is true' — and build her faith firmly on the word handed down, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with humility, not comparing themselves with others, but asking each day as Christ asked Peter: 'What concern is that of yours? Follow me,' let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those confused by rumor, gossip, or false teaching, that the authentic witness of Scripture and tradition may guide them to the truth of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may each hear Christ's simple command — 'Follow me' — and not be distracted by what he asks of others, but focus on our own path of discipleship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For the faithful departed, that the beloved disciple who bore witness to Christ's glory may intercede for them before the throne of the Lamb, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For those preparing to receive the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, that the Spirit of truth may confirm them in the faith.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may rest in the fullness of truth and love, with Christ who is the same yesterday, today, and forever, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all teachers of the faith, that they may faithfully transmit the testimony of the apostles — 'many other things that Jesus did' — with the same love with which it was first proclaimed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That humanity may come to see that the works of Jesus are inexhaustible — greater than any book, any century, any civilization can contain — and that all may seek to know him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those trapped in comparisons and envy, that they may hear Christ's liberating word: 'What concern is that of yours? You, follow me,' let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may allow the beloved disciple's awe — 'I do not think the whole world would contain the books' — to rekindle our own wonder at who Jesus is, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that on this eve of Pentecost we may open our hearts completely to the Holy Spirit, who will guide us to all truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all catechists and scripture scholars, that they may share the inexhaustible riches of what Jesus said and did.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all the faithful departed may know now the fullness of what the world could not contain, in God's eternal and boundless love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.For the Church, that she may be an unwavering witness to the dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death, following Christ who said 'Follow me' to each one by name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may enact laws that protect children in the womb, so that every unborn life may follow the path God has written for them from before birth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For pregnant women who feel alone, trapped, or afraid, that they may receive the practical support and love they need to choose life and trust in God's plan, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That pregnancy resource centers and all who assist mothers in crisis may be sustained and multiplied, bearing witness to the love of Christ for the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For children lost to abortion, that the beloved disciple who saw Christ's glory may intercede for them before the Father, and for their mothers who carry grief, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For those who work in medicine and social services, that they may always serve life with the spirit of Easter joy.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all the faithful departed, including the unborn, may be held in the arms of Christ who gave himself for each one, 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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