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

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Tuesday, 10th Week in Ordinary Time

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 11th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always give alms, pray, and fast not for outward show but in humble love, trusting our Father who sees in secret to repay us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with integrity, motivated by genuine service rather than desire for public praise or human recognition, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel unseen or overlooked, that they may find consolation in knowing that the Father who sees in secret holds every hidden sacrifice dear, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may practice almsgiving, prayer, and fasting in a spirit of quiet sincerity, letting our deeds be known to God alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may grow in authentic piety, where love of God and neighbor flourishes away from all pretense, 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 served God in secret may now receive their open reward from the Father in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his ministry may be rooted in hidden prayer, offered to our Father in secret as Jesus teaches, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may rediscover the power of fasting and almsgiving freely given, not for human praise but for love of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who struggle to pray, that they may find their inner room — a place of quiet communion with the Father who sees them in secret, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may go to our inner room, close the door, and pray to our Father in secret, trusting that He hears and will repay us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community of sincere piety, where works of mercy are done quietly and prayer is offered in spirit and truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a renewal of authentic personal prayer and hidden acts of charity.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may now see openly the Father to whom they prayed in secret, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may continue in quiet, faithful prayer for the protection of every unborn child, trusting that the Father who sees in secret will bring forth life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may act with integrity and quiet courage, defending the lives of the most vulnerable without seeking human applause, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For mothers who carry their pregnancies in silence and fear, that they may know the Father sees them in secret and holds them with tender love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who fast and pray for the protection of the unborn may be sustained by the hidden reward of the Father who sees every sacrifice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may offer hidden, steadfast support to families in need, trusting that God who sees in secret will repay every act of love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who pray quietly and fast for the protection of unborn children and their mothers.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children who never saw the light of day may be held in the arms of the Father who saw them in secret from the womb, 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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