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
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Saint Ignatius of Loyola, priest
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Ignatius of Loyola, priest
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Ignatius of Loyola's zeal for the greater glory of God, may always strive for excellence in her mission of evangelization and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek to discern God's will in their decisions and govern with a spirit of selfless dedication, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all members of the Society of Jesus and those inspired by Ignatian spirituality, that they may faithfully live out their commitment to Christ and His Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from St. Ignatius to find God in all things, to discern spirits wisely, and to offer our lives 'Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam', let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where all are encouraged to seek God's will and to serve Him with generous hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who are making important life decisions, that they may be guided by Ignatian discernment.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have served God with a magnanimous spirit may rejoice with St. Ignatius in the eternal glory of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be true spiritual directors, guiding souls to a deeper love and service of God, like St. Ignatius, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value education, discipline, and the pursuit of excellence for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with indecision or lack of purpose, that they may find clarity and direction through prayer and spiritual guidance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be contemplative in action, always seeking to do what is most pleasing to God and beneficial for souls, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that fosters spiritual growth and empowers its members to be effective apostles for Christ, 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 welcomed into the company of the saints, ad majorem Dei gloriam, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be a net cast wide, gathering all peoples into the kingdom of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with justice and work for the inclusion of all members of society, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel excluded or marginalized, that they may find a welcoming place in the community of faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be patient with the presence of both good and evil in the world, trusting in God's final judgment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a diverse and inclusive family, reflecting the universality of God's love, 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 gathered into God's net may now rejoice in His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a wise fisherman, guiding the Church to cast its nets into the deep, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize their call to be part of God's great catch, destined for eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are caught in the nets of sin or despair, that they may be freed by God's grace and brought into the light, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be discerning in our lives, striving to be among the good fish gathered at the end of the age, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively seeks to gather all into God's kingdom, witnessing to His mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of evangelization and outreach in our Church and community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to be gathered into the storerooms of heaven, 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.