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

Sunday, May 25, 2025

6th SUNDAY OF EASTER

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Liturgical Color: White

General Intercessions for the 6th SUNDAY OF EASTER

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be guided by the Holy Spirit, the Advocate, in bearing witness to Christ and proclaiming His love to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may be open to the Spirit of truth and govern with wisdom, justice, and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are preparing for Confirmation or seeking a deeper outpouring of the Holy Spirit, that they may be filled with His gifts and fruits, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may live in Christ's love by keeping His commandments, and so prepare our hearts to be a dwelling place for the Holy Trinity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community, enlivened by the Holy Spirit, may be a place of fervent faith, joyful hope, and active charity, 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 lived by the Spirit may now rejoice in 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 and all pastors, that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit and lead the Church with courage and pastoral love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may receive the Advocate, the Spirit of truth, and be drawn into the mystery of God's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel orphaned or alone, that they may experience the comforting presence of the Holy Spirit and the love of our Christian family, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Easter faith may make us eager to receive the Holy Spirit more fully, empowering us to be Christ's witnesses to the ends of the earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community transformed by the Holy Spirit, always growing in love for God and one another, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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

That N. and all who have died may be brought by the Spirit into the glorious presence of the Most Holy Trinity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, filled with the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of Life, may advocate for every unborn child's right to live and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be guided by the Spirit of Truth to protect every 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 grieving of the Holy Spirit and embrace His gift 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 to keep God's commandment to love by welcoming their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community, empowered 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 outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon 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 the presence of God, 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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