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

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Tuesday in the 14th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 14th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always send forth laborers into the harvest, proclaiming the good news of God's kingdom to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and ensure that the fruits of the earth are shared equitably among all people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life, that there may be many willing to labor in the Lord's vineyard, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be generous in responding to God's call, offering our time, talents, and resources for the building up of His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where vocations are nurtured and where all are committed to the mission of evangelization, 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 labored in the Lord's harvest may now receive their eternal reward, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a wise and zealous master of the harvest, guiding the Church in its missionary outreach, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may be open to receiving the seed of God's Word and allow it to bear fruit in their lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are hesitant to answer God's call or who feel inadequate for the task, that they may trust in His grace and strength, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into His field, and be willing to be those laborers ourselves, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively participates in the Church's mission, sowing seeds of faith and reaping a harvest of souls, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of generosity in supporting the Church's missionary activities.Lord, hear our prayer.

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

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may tirelessly labor to protect every human life, recognizing each unborn child as a precious soul to be harvested for God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be laborers for justice, working to end abortion and to ensure that every child has the chance to be born and to flourish, 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 by a harvest of love and resources, empowering them to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a field ripe for the harvest of life, actively working to protect the unborn and support their families, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who dedicate their lives to laboring in the pro-life vineyard.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be gathered as a precious harvest into God's eternal kingdom, 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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