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.

📖 How to Use These General Intercessions

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Sunday, July 13, 2025

15th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the 15th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a good Samaritan, binding up the wounds of a suffering world and showing Christ's compassion to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may not pass by on the other side, but actively work to alleviate poverty, injustice, and violence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who have been victims of indifference or neglect, that they may encounter the merciful love of Christ through our care and concern, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have hearts that are moved with pity for our neighbor, and be willing to go out of our way to help those in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the corporal and spiritual works of mercy are actively practiced by all, 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 showed mercy in this life may now receive God's eternal mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may teach us by word and example how to be true neighbors to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize their shared humanity and overcome the barriers that divide them, working together for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are tempted to be indifferent to the suffering of others, that their hearts may be opened by God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may love God with our whole heart, and our neighbor as ourselves, fulfilling the great commandment of love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its compassion, generosity, and Christ-like service to all in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper understanding of what it means to be a good neighbor in today's world.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the eternal inn of God's kingdom, where all wounds are healed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a good Samaritan to every unborn child, defending their right to life and offering support to their mothers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may not pass by the plight of the unborn, but act with compassion to protect them from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize the unborn child as their neighbor, deserving of love and protection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers who are in distress may encounter the merciful support of our community, empowering them to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where every human life is cherished, and where we actively work to bind up the wounds caused by abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who volunteer at crisis pregnancy centers, offering compassionate care to women and their unborn children.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be cared for by the Good Samaritan, Jesus Christ, in 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.

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