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, August 6, 2025
THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD
✦Feast
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for THE TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD
Option 1
1.That the Church, contemplating the glory of the transfigured Lord, may always radiate His light to a world in darkness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be guided by divine wisdom and seek to transform their societies according to God's law of love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are undergoing trials or suffering, that the vision of Christ's glory may give them hope and strength to persevere, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may listen attentively to Jesus, the beloved Son, and be transfigured by His grace into His own image and likeness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, in our worship and daily life, may be a place where the glory of God is revealed and where all are drawn to 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 the faithful departed who beheld Christ by faith may now see Him face to face in His eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may lead us up the mountain of prayer and reveal to us the transfigured face of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may be enlightened by the glory of the Lord and turn from the darkness of sin to the light of His truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are discouraged or have lost sight of God's presence, that the splendor of Christ's transfiguration may renew their hope and faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our daily lives may be transfigured by our encounters with Christ in prayer, the sacraments, and our neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that constantly seeks the face of Christ and is transformed by His radiant love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper appreciation of the mystery of the Transfiguration and its call to holiness.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in Christ may be transfigured in glory and share in His eternal radiance with Moses and Elijah, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Feast is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be faithful to Christ's command to feed the hungry, both with material bread and the Bread of Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may work to overcome world hunger and ensure that all have access to the nourishment they need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are suffering from hunger or malnutrition, that they may receive relief through our generosity and God's providence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be grateful for the gift of food and be willing to share our abundance with those who have less, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the needs of the hungry are met and where all are welcomed to the table of the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work in agriculture and food production.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who were nourished by Christ may now share in the eternal banquet of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church in its mission to feed the multitudes with both spiritual and material food, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize their dependence on God for their daily bread and seek Him who alone can satisfy their deepest hungers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted by consumerism or wastefulness, that their hearts may be converted to simplicity and generosity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our participation in the Eucharist may strengthen our commitment to feed the hungry and to work for justice in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively responds to the needs of the poor and hungry in our midst, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater awareness of global hunger and our responsibility to address it.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be satisfied with the abundance of God's house and drink from the river of His delights, 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.