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

Thursday, June 26, 2025

Thursday in the 12th Week in Ordinary Time

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

Option 1

1.That the Church may always build its life on the solid rock of Jesus Christ, hearing His word and putting it into practice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may found their governance on principles of truth and justice, creating stable and secure societies, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those whose faith is built on weak foundations, or who are swayed by passing trends, that they may find stability in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be wise builders, not only listening to God's word but also acting upon it in our daily lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a strong spiritual house, firmly established on Christ, the cornerstone, 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 built their lives on Christ may now dwell securely in His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a wise master builder, strengthening the foundations of the Church in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may seek the enduring truth of God's Word rather than the shifting sands of worldly ideologies, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling to live according to the Gospel, that they may find strength and guidance in Christ, our firm foundation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be diligent in hearing God's word and courageous in putting it into practice, so that our faith may withstand all storms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community whose faith is not just professed but actively lived, built upon the rock of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper commitment to living out the teachings of the Gospel in our actions.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may find their eternal dwelling place in the house of the Lord, built on solid rock, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always build its defense of human life on the unshakeable rock of God's truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may found their decisions on the solid principle that every human life, from conception, is sacred and inviolable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the flimsy foundations of a culture of death and build on Christ, the rock of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may build their hope on God's love, choosing to protect the life of their unborn child with courage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a steadfast builder of a culture of life, protecting every unborn child and offering unwavering support, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to establish strong legal and social foundations for the protection of human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be secure on the eternal rock of God's unfailing love, 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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