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

Sunday, July 20, 2025

16th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the 16th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may patiently await the Lord's harvest, sowing seeds of faith and allowing both wheat and weeds to grow until judgment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with wisdom and forbearance, seeking to promote good and patiently address evil in society, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who struggle with sin and imperfection, that they may trust in God's mercy and strive for holiness, knowing that He desires their salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be good wheat in God's field, bearing abundant fruit for His kingdom and avoiding the entanglement of sin, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of patience and understanding, where all are encouraged to grow in virtue and await the Lord's coming, 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 were sown as good seed may now be gathered into God's eternal granary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be wise sowers of God's Word, nurturing the growth of faith in the hearts of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may recognize the presence of both good and evil in the world, and choose to align themselves with Christ, the source of all good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are tempted to despair by the presence of evil, that they may trust in God's ultimate victory and the final separation of wheat from weeds, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have the patience of God, allowing others the time and space to grow and convert, while remaining steadfast in our own faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a field where the good seed of the Gospel flourishes and where all are prepared for the Lord's harvest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of hope and trust in God's plan for salvation.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be found among the righteous at the harvest and shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a patient sower, cultivating a deep respect for every human life, the precious wheat in God's field, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may work to uproot the weeds of abortion and euthanasia, allowing every human life to grow to its full potential, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a destructive weed and choose to nurture the seed of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be supported in allowing the life within them to grow, trusting in God's providence and the goodness of His creation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a fertile field for the Gospel of Life, actively working to protect the unborn and cultivate a culture that cherishes every human being, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who labor to separate the wheat of truth from the weeds of the culture of death.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be gathered as precious wheat into the eternal harvest of God's love, 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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