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
Friday, July 11, 2025
Saint Benedict, abbot
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Benedict, abbot
Option 1
1.That the Church, guided by the wisdom of St. Benedict, may always foster a balanced life of prayer and work, 'Ora et Labora', let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek stability and order in their societies, promoting peace and the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all monastic communities and those who live by the Rule of St. Benedict, that they may be beacons of holiness and hospitality, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from St. Benedict to seek God in the ordinary duties of our lives and to prefer nothing whatever to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where prayer is fervent, work is offered to God, and all are welcomed with Christian charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the peace of the world and the stability of families, schools, and workplaces.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who sought God through a life of prayer and labor may rejoice with St. Benedict in God's eternal presence, 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 pastoral wisdom and balanced spirituality of St. Benedict, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value the contributions of contemplative life and protect the spaces dedicated to prayer and silence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling to find balance in their lives, or who are overwhelmed by worldly concerns, that St. Benedict may intercede for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cultivate a spirit of obedience to God's will, listening attentively to His voice in prayer and in the guidance of the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that supports its members in living a harmonious life of prayer, work, and rest in 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 may enter into the eternal peace and order of God's heavenly kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be faithful to Christ's command to love one another, witnessing to His presence in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek to build societies founded on love, justice, and mutual respect, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are suffering from division or conflict in their relationships, that they may find reconciliation and healing in Christ's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may strive to love our neighbor as ourselves, fulfilling the royal law of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where Christian charity abounds and where all support one another in love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an end to all forms of hatred and violence in our world.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who lived in love may now share in God's eternal embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with pastoral love and be a sign of unity for all believers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize their common humanity and work together to build a civilization of love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel unloved or forgotten, that they may experience the depth of God's unconditional love for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be instruments of God's love in our families, workplaces, and communities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its warmth, charity, and Christ-like love for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding and practice of Christ's new commandment of love.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be perfected in love and welcomed into the eternal communion of saints, 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.