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, July 2, 2025

Wednesday in the 13th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Wednesday in the 13th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always proclaim Christ's power over sin and evil, bringing His healing and forgiveness to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek to free their people from the chains of oppression, injustice, and poverty, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are enslaved by sin, addiction, or demonic influence, that they may be set free by the authority of Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have faith in Christ's power to overcome all evil in our lives and in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the anointing of the sick and the sacrament of reconciliation bring Christ's healing and peace, 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, freed from all evil, may now rejoice in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with the authority of Christ in confronting evil and proclaiming truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize the true source of liberation in Jesus Christ, who casts out demons and heals the afflicted, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling with spiritual battles or feel oppressed by darkness, that they may find strength and deliverance in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be vigilant against the tactics of the evil one, and arm ourselves with prayer, fasting, and the sacraments, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that stands firm in faith against evil, witnessing to Christ's victory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater awareness of the power of Christ over sin and death.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be delivered from all evil and welcomed into the light of God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may powerfully proclaim Christ's authority over the evil of abortion, defending every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be freed from the influence of the culture of death and enact laws that protect all human life from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a grave sin and seek Christ's liberating forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers tempted by abortion may find strength in Christ to cast out fear and choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where every human life is defended, and where all are called to freedom from the evil of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to cast out the darkness of abortion with the light of Christ's truth.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be set free by Christ into His eternal kingdom of life, 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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