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
1. Choose Your Option: Browse the available intercession options for today's Mass.
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3. Edit if Needed: Use "Edit" to customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.
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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Saturday, July 19, 2025
The Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturday
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for The Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturday
Option 1
1.That the Church, under the maternal gaze of Mary, Seat of Wisdom, may always discern and proclaim God's truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek Mary's intercession for guidance in fostering peace and justice for all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are devoted to the Blessed Mother, that their lives may reflect her virtues of faith, hope, and charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cultivate a deep love for Mary, our spiritual mother, and confidently entrust our needs to her prayers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, honoring Mary, may grow in holiness and become a true family of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all families, that they may be consecrated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and find her protection.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died with a loving devotion to Mary may be led by her to the eternal presence of her Son, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that Mary, Mother of the Church, may strengthen and guide him in his Petrine ministry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all nations may recognize Mary as Queen of Peace and seek her help in overcoming division and conflict, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with temptation or discouragement, that Mary, Help of Christians, may bring them comfort and aid, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our homes may be places where the Rosary is prayed fervently and where Mary's example of holiness is followed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community deeply rooted in Marian devotion, drawing closer to Jesus through His mother, 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 sought Mary's intercession may find eternal rest in the peace of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may conclude this week with hearts full of praise for God's goodness and prepare with devotion for the Lord's Day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil leaders may find rest and reflect on their responsibilities to serve their people with integrity and justice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who labor on this day, that their work may be sanctified and that they may also find time for spiritual refreshment and prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may use our weekend to deepen our relationship with God, to strengthen our family bonds, and to serve our neighbors with Christ-like love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may gather with eager anticipation for the Sunday Eucharist, the heart of our Christian life and worship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For safe travels for all those journeying this weekend.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have completed their earthly labors may enter into God's eternal rest and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be sustained by our prayers as he guides the universal Church in the path of truth and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all people may find moments of quiet reflection to encounter God's presence and listen to His gentle voice in their hearts this weekend, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For families, that they may cherish their time together, growing in love, forgiveness, and mutual support through Christ our Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may approach the end of this week with thanksgiving for God's abundant blessings and a renewed desire to serve Him more faithfully in all we do, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our Sunday worship may be a source of grace, unity, and renewed commitment for all its members, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are lonely or feel isolated within our community, that they may find companionship and the love of Christ through us.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all our departed loved ones may rejoice in the perpetual light of God's presence and peace, 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.