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

Saturday, May 24, 2025

Saturday in the 5th Week of Easter

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General Intercessions for Saturday in the 5th Week of Easter

Option 1

1.That the Church may always remain in the world but not be of the world, witnessing to Christ's truth and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice, protecting their people from evil and promoting the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all Christians who face trials or persecution for their faith, that they may be consecrated in the truth and strengthened by God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may live as faithful disciples of Christ, set apart for God's service and sanctified by His Word, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a beacon of holiness and truth in a world often marked by darkness and error, 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 consecrated to God may now share in His eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church in holiness and truth, protecting her from the snares of the evil one, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may be drawn to Christ, the source of all truth, and find salvation in Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are tempted by the allurements of the world, that they may find strength in Christ to choose what is good and holy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Easter faith may consecrate us more fully to God, making us instruments of His peace and love in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community set apart for God, witnessing to His truth and holiness in all that we do, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper consecration of our lives to God through prayer and service.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be sanctified by God's grace and welcomed into His heavenly kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a strong voice in the world, consecrating every unborn child to God and defending their right to life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be consecrated in truth, rejecting laws that permit abortion and protecting every human life from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the evil of abortion and embrace the sanctity of life, consecrated by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be strengthened by God's grace to choose life, consecrating their children to His loving care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a holy people, actively working to protect the unborn and promote a culture where every life is cherished as sacred, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who dedicate their lives to defending the truth about the sanctity of human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be consecrated to God in His eternal glory, 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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