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.

📖 How to Use These General Intercessions

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Wednesday in the 7th Week of Easter

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General Intercessions for Wednesday in the 7th Week of Easter

Option 1

1.That the Church, united in prayer with Mary, may be ever open to the transforming power of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek the Spirit's gift of wisdom in their governance and promote unity among all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are preparing for Pentecost, that their hearts may be docile to the Holy Spirit and eager for His coming, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be one in mind and heart, loving one another as Christ has loved us, and so bear witness to His presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a cenacle of prayer, awaiting with joyful hope the outpouring of the Spirit, 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 may be brought by the Spirit into the eternal glory of the Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that the Holy Spirit may strengthen him to lead the Church in unity and truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may recognize their common Fatherhood in God and live as brothers and sisters in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel divided or estranged, that the Spirit of unity may heal their wounds and restore them to communion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our prayers for unity may be sincere and that we may work actively to overcome all that separates us from Christ and one another, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a living example of Christian unity, drawing strength from the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of ecumenism and interreligious dialogue.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be gathered into the perfect unity of the Trinity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, united in prayer, may implore the Holy Spirit to protect every unborn child, a unique gift from God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be inspired by the Spirit of Truth to enact laws that defend all human life from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a new Pentecost of love, that all may recognize abortion as a grave sin against unity with God and humanity, 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 welcome the life within them as a sacred trust, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a cenacle of prayer for an end to abortion and for the protection of every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to build a culture of life, that they may be guided by the Holy Spirit.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be united with the saints in the eternal glory 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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