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
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Saint Romuald, abbot
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Romuald, abbot
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Romuald's call to contemplative prayer and reform, may always foster a deep spiritual life among her members, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek wisdom in silence and solitude, making decisions that promote peace and the true good of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all monks, nuns, and hermits, that their lives of prayer and penance may be a powerful intercession for the Church and the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may find time for quiet prayer and reflection in our busy lives, seeking to encounter God in the silence of our hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the contemplative dimension of faith is valued and where all are encouraged to seek God in prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those discerning a vocation to the monastic or contemplative life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who sought God in solitude and prayer may now rejoice with St. Romuald in eternal contemplation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may lead the faithful into the depths of Christian prayer, following St. Romuald's example, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may respect the value of silence and contemplation in a noisy and distracted world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who struggle with the demands of a busy life, that they may find moments of peace to connect with God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our prayer may not be just a recitation of words, but a true encounter with the living God who dwells within us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that supports its members in developing a rich interior life and a deep love for prayer, 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 who have died may find eternal rest and peace in the silent presence of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always urge her children to store up treasure in heaven, where moth and decay cannot destroy and thieves cannot break in, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek the treasure of justice and peace rather than earthly power or wealth, serving their peoples with integrity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those enslaved by materialism, that their eyes may be opened to the true riches of God's kingdom where their heart will finally find rest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may keep our eye clear and sound, so that our whole lives may be filled with the light of Christ and directed to what truly lasts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may grow in generosity, storing up heavenly treasure through every act of love, service, and prayer, 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 stored up good deeds on earth may now receive their treasure in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church to seek first what is eternal, where your treasure is, there too will your heart be, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize the emptiness of earthly riches and turn their hearts toward the imperishable goods of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose vision has become clouded by greed or envy, that Christ may restore clarity to their eyes and light to their whole lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may invest our time, talents, and resources where they count for eternity, building the kingdom of God rather than earthly kingdoms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community whose treasure is the Lord Himself, and whose heart is set entirely on His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of detachment from material goods and freedom in generous giving.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found rich in God's sight and welcomed into the treasury of His eternal kingdom, 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.