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
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Saint Stephen of Hungary
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Stephen of Hungary
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Stephen of Hungary's dedication to Christ the King, may always work to establish His reign of justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern their nations with Christian principles, promoting faith, charity, and the common good, like St. Stephen, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the people of Hungary and all nations, that they may cherish their Christian heritage and live according to the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the wisdom to order our lives and societies according to God's law, seeking first His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith inspires civic responsibility and where all work for a just and holy society, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For Christian rulers and all in positions of civil authority.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who governed with justice and piety may rejoice with St. Stephen in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide the faithful in building up Christ's kingdom on earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may recognize the sovereignty of Christ the King and strive to live in accordance with His teachings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are called to leadership, that they may be inspired by St. Stephen to be just rulers and faithful servants of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be good citizens of both the earthly and heavenly kingdoms, fulfilling our duties with love and integrity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively works to transform our society according to the values of the Gospel, 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 as citizens of the heavenly Jerusalem, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may conclude this week with renewed commitment to live as faithful servants of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil leaders may find rest and reflect on how to use their authority for the good of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who work on this day, that their labor may be a pleasing offering to God and that they may find time for prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may use our weekend to deepen our faith, strengthen our families, and serve those in need with generous hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may gather with joyful anticipation for the Sunday Eucharist, the source of our life in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For safe travel for all those journeying this weekend.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have completed their earthly stewardship may enter into the joy of their Master, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be sustained by our prayers as he guides the universal Church with fidelity and wisdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all people may find moments of quiet to listen to God's voice and discern His will for their lives this weekend, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For families, that they may cherish their time together, growing in love, forgiveness, and mutual support, reflecting God's own love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may approach the end of this week with thanksgiving for God's blessings and a renewed desire to serve Him more faithfully each day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our Sunday worship may be a source of grace, unity, and renewed commitment for all its members as we live out our faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are lonely or feel isolated within our community, that they may find companionship and Christ's love.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all our departed loved ones may rejoice in the perpetual light of God's presence and peace, 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.