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
Sunday, June 29, 2025
SAINT PETER AND SAINT PAUL, APOSTLES
✚Solemnity
Liturgical Color: Red
General Intercessions for SAINT PETER AND SAINT PAUL, APOSTLES
Option 1
1.That the Church, founded on the witness of Saints Peter and Paul, may always be faithful to the apostolic tradition and zealous in proclaiming the Gospel to all nations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.For Pope Leo XIV, successor of Peter, that he may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit to confirm his brethren in the faith and guide the universal Church with wisdom and courage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.That world leaders may respect the Church's mission and work for a world where faith can be freely lived and proclaimed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the faith of Peter and the zeal of Paul, dedicating our lives to Christ and His Church with unwavering commitment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, built on the foundation of the Apostles, may be a vibrant center of faith, unity, and missionary outreach, 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 shared in the apostolic faith may now rejoice with Saints Peter and Paul in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the unity of the Church, that all who believe in Christ may be one, as Peter and Paul were united in their love for the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.For all missionaries and evangelists, that they may be filled with the apostolic spirit of St. Paul, tirelessly spreading the Good News, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have strayed from the faith or are weak in their commitment, that the example of Peter's repentance and Paul's conversion may inspire them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may always be ready to give an account of the hope that is in us, witnessing to Christ with boldness and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a truly apostolic community, rooted in the teaching of the Apostles and fervent in prayer and good works, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life, to continue the apostolic mission.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed by Saints Peter and Paul into the glorious company of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Solemnity is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always call us to follow Christ, even when the path is difficult and demands sacrifice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with justice and integrity, seeking the true good of their people above all else, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are hesitant to embrace the demands of discipleship, that they may find courage and strength in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to leave all things behind to follow Jesus, trusting in His promise of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where all are encouraged to be faithful disciples of 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 followed Christ faithfully on earth may now inherit His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with the wisdom and courage of a true disciple, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may hear Christ's call to follow Him and respond with generous hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are burdened by worldly attachments, that they may find freedom in choosing Christ above all else, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not look back once we have put our hand to the plow, but persevere in following Christ with unwavering commitment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of dedicated disciples, always seeking to do the will of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of self-denial and commitment to Christian discipleship.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to enter the kingdom of God and rejoice in His presence forever, 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.