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
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
SAINT MARY MAGDALENE
✦Feast
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for SAINT MARY MAGDALENE
Option 1
1.That the Church, like St. Mary Magdalene, apostle to the apostles, may be a joyful and courageous witness to Christ's resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek truth and promote justice, recognizing the dignity of every person as loved by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who have experienced Christ's merciful love and forgiveness, that they may become fervent disciples, proclaiming His goodness to others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep and personal love for Jesus, seeking Him ardently and recognizing His voice in our lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where conversion is celebrated and where all are empowered to be witnesses of the risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For women in the Church, that their gifts and charisms may be fully recognized and utilized for the spread of the Gospel.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who loved Christ intensely may now rejoice with St. Mary Magdalene in His glorious presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be inspired by St. Mary Magdalene's love to lead the faithful to a deeper encounter with the risen Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may hear the Easter proclamation and be transformed by the news that Christ is alive, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are grieving or feel lost, that they may encounter the risen Lord in their sorrow, as Mary Magdalene did at the tomb, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our love for Christ may compel us to share His message of hope and salvation with everyone we meet, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of ardent disciples, always seeking the Lord and eager to proclaim His resurrection, 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, like Mary Magdalene, see the Lord and announce His victory over death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Feast is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always choose the better part, sitting at the Lord's feet to hear His word, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek wisdom and prioritize the true needs of their people over worldly distractions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are burdened by many concerns, that they may find peace in focusing on the one thing necessary: communion with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may balance our active service with contemplative prayer, always seeking to listen to the Lord's voice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where both Martha's service and Mary's contemplation are valued and practiced, 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 listened to the Lord's word may now enjoy His 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 a heart attentive to both action and prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may discover the importance of silence and listening in a noisy and busy world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are overwhelmed by activity, that they may find moments of quiet to rest in the Lord's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may make time each day for prayer and reflection, allowing God's word to nourish our souls, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that fosters both active ministry and deep contemplative prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper appreciation of the contemplative life and the value of prayer.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may find eternal rest at the Lord's feet in His heavenly 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.