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
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Saint Bridget, religious
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Bridget, religious
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Bridget's prophetic voice and love for Christ's passion, may always call for reform and deeper holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may heed the calls for justice and peace, and work for the unity of all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are called to contemplative prayer and mystical union with Christ, that their lives may enrich the Church and the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep devotion to the passion of Christ, finding in His wounds our healing and salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where prayer, penance, and a desire for Christian unity are actively fostered, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the Church in Sweden and for the unity of all Christians in Europe.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who contemplated Christ's passion with love may now rejoice with St. Bridget 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 courageous reformers and guides to holiness, like St. Bridget, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value spiritual wisdom and work to create conditions favorable to peace and justice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with suffering or loss, that they may find strength and meaning in meditating on Christ's passion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be open to God's revelations in our lives and respond with faith and obedience, as St. Bridget did, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that supports its members in their spiritual journey and encourages a deep love for Christ crucified, 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 be brought into the eternal light of Christ's resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be a community of prayer, seeking God's will and interceding for the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with wisdom and strive to create societies where all can live in peace and dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with difficult decisions, that they may seek God's guidance through prayer and discernment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cultivate a consistent prayer life, drawing strength and direction from our daily conversation with God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where prayer is fervent and where all support one another in their spiritual growth, 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 God in prayer may now rejoice in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his prayers for the Church and the world may be heard and answered by our loving Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may learn to pray with persistence and trust, confident in God's goodness and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel their prayers are unanswered, that they may persevere in faith and openness to God's will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our prayer may not be just a list of requests, but a true communion of love with God our Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a true school of prayer, where all are taught to seek God's face and will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a renewed commitment to personal and family prayer.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may join the saints in everlasting prayer and praise of God, 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.