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, June 7, 2025

Saturday in the 7th Week of Easter

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General Intercessions for Saturday in the 7th Week of Easter

Option 1

1.That the Church, on this vigil of Pentecost, may be filled with expectant prayer for a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may be open to the Spirit's guidance in seeking peace and justice for all humanity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are preparing for Confirmation, that they may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit to be courageous witnesses to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may empty our hearts of all that hinders the Spirit's work, and be ready to receive His gifts with gratitude and joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be united with Mary and the Apostles in the upper room, praying, 'Come, Holy 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, having been sealed by the Spirit, may now rejoice in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that the Holy Spirit may anoint him with wisdom and fortitude for his ministry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all creation may await in hope the renewal that the Spirit brings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel spiritually dry or uninspired, that the fire of the Holy Spirit may rekindle their faith and zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our hearts may be docile to the promptings of the Holy Spirit, guiding us in all truth and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that this Pentecost may be a time of profound spiritual renewal and empowerment for mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater openness to the charisms of the Holy Spirit in the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be brought by the Spirit into the glorious light of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, on the eve of Pentecost, may implore the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of Life, to protect every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be filled with the Spirit of Wisdom to defend all human life from conception by rejecting abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a new Pentecost of love, 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 strengthened by the Holy Spirit with peace and courage to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people of the Spirit, actively working to protect the unborn and build a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who pray for an 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 heaven, 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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