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

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Wednesday in the 12th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Wednesday in the 12th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always bear good fruit for the kingdom of God, witnessing to Christ by her holiness and good works, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and integrity, producing fruits of peace and prosperity for their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those whose lives seem barren or unproductive, that they may be grafted onto Christ, the true vine, and bear abundant fruit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may recognize false prophets by their fruits, and strive to live lives that produce the good fruit of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a fruitful branch of Christ's Church, abounding in love, joy, peace, and all good works, 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 whose lives bore good fruit may now enjoy the eternal harvest of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his ministry may bear abundant fruit for the universal Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may turn from the thorns and thistles of sin and cultivate the virtues that lead to eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are deceived by false teachings or worldly ideologies, that they may discern the truth by its fruits, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be diligent in cultivating the garden of our souls, rooting out sin and nurturing the growth of virtue, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its good fruits, a testament to the life-giving power of God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater attentiveness to the fruits of the Spirit in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be gathered like choice fruit into God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may bear abundant fruit by defending every human life, especially the unborn, as precious in God's sight, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may recognize that laws permitting abortion bear the bitter fruit of death, and instead choose to protect life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the barrenness of the culture of death and embrace the fruitful gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be supported in bringing forth the precious fruit of their womb with joy and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a fruitful vineyard, actively working to protect every unborn child and cultivate a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who labor to bring forth the good fruit of respect for every human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may blossom as eternal fruit in God's heavenly garden, 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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