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.
📖 How to Use These General Intercessions
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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Saint Augustine Zhao Rong, priest, and companions, martyrs
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: Red
General Intercessions for Saint Augustine Zhao Rong and companions, martyrs
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by the courageous witness of St. Augustine Zhao Rong and his companions, may always remain faithful to Christ, even in the face of persecution, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may uphold religious freedom and protect all who suffer for their faith and conscience, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the Church in China and all places where Christians are persecuted, that they may be strengthened by the example of these martyrs and persevere in hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to bear witness to Christ with courage and love, even when it is difficult or unpopular, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with conviction and where all support those who suffer for the sake of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those imprisoned or oppressed for their religious beliefs, especially in China.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who shed their blood for Christ may rejoice with St. Augustine Zhao Rong and his companions in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may lead the faithful with the fearless love of Christ shown by these holy martyrs of China, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may respect the dignity of every human person and protect the fundamental right to religious freedom for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted to compromise their faith due to fear or worldly pressure, that they may find strength in the intercession of these martyrs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our faith may be so strong that we are prepared to lose everything for Christ, trusting in His promise of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that cherishes the memory of the martyrs and strives to imitate their heroic fidelity to the Lord, 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 who have died for their faith may receive the crown of righteousness and eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be wise as serpents and innocent as doves, proclaiming the Gospel with prudence and courage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek wisdom and act with integrity, protecting their people from harm and deceit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are persecuted or face opposition for their faith, that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit's wisdom and strength, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be discerning in our words and actions, always bearing witness to Christ with love and truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with both conviction and compassion, 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 lived by the wisdom of the Gospel may now rejoice in God's eternal presence, 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 wisdom of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may be freed from the snares of evil and come to know the liberating truth of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are vulnerable to deception or manipulation, that they may be protected by God's grace and the support of our community, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be vigilant against temptation and strive to live lives of innocence and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that stands firm in the truth and lovingly guides others to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of discernment and prudence in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found blameless before God and welcomed into His 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.