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
Sunday, June 22, 2025
THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST (Corpus Christi)
✚Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST
Option 1
1.That the Church, nourished by the Body and Blood of Christ, may be a sacrament of unity and a source of life for the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek to feed their people with justice and peace, inspired by Christ who gives Himself as food for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who hunger for spiritual nourishment, that they may come to the Eucharist and find in Christ the true bread that satisfies their deepest longings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our reception of Holy Communion may transform us into living tabernacles of Christ's presence, making us His Body for the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, adoring the Most Holy Eucharist, may be a people united in love, strengthened for service, and filled with gratitude for this ineffable gift, 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 were fed by the Bread of Life may now share in the eternal banquet of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all ministers of the Eucharist, that they may celebrate this sacred mystery with reverence and inspire deep devotion in the faithful, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may be drawn to Christ, the living Bread come down from heaven, and find in Him the source of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are unable to receive Holy Communion, that they may be united spiritually with Christ and receive His grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our adoration of the Blessed Sacrament may deepen our faith in Christ's real presence and lead us to greater charity and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our devotion to the Eucharist may make us a more Christ-like community, witnessing to His love and sacrifice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, to consecrate the Eucharist for God's people.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be nourished by the Bread of angels and welcomed into the eternal feast of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Solemnity is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may fearlessly proclaim Christ, even when it means facing opposition or misunderstanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with courage and integrity, always seeking the truth and the good of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are afraid to confess their faith in Christ, that they may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit to be bold witnesses, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be ashamed of the Gospel, but always be ready to acknowledge Christ before others, trusting in His promise to acknowledge us before the Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived openly and courageously, inspiring others to follow Christ, 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 confessed Christ on earth may now rejoice with Him in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with apostolic boldness and unwavering fidelity to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may be freed from the fear that prevents them from seeking truth and embracing the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are persecuted for their faith, that they may find strength in Christ and the support of the universal Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may value our eternal salvation above all earthly possessions or human approval, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of courageous disciples, unafraid to live and share the good news of Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of evangelization and witness in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to stand before the Son of Man and enter His eternal glory, 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.