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, August 19, 2025
Saint John Eudes, priest
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint John Eudes, priest
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. John Eudes' devotion to the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary, may always be a fount of divine love and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with hearts full of compassion and seek to promote the spiritual well-being of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all priests and seminarians, that they may cultivate a deep love for the priestly heart of Christ and the maternal heart of Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a tender devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, finding in them our refuge and strength, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where love for the Sacred Hearts flourishes, leading all to holiness and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are struggling with lukewarmness or indifference in their faith.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who were devoted to the Sacred Hearts may now rejoice in their eternal embrace with St. John Eudes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that their hearts may burn with love for Christ and His mother, guiding the faithful with pastoral zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may be transformed by the power of divine love, fostering a culture of compassion and solidarity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose hearts are hardened by sin or sorrow, that they may be touched by the merciful love flowing from the Hearts of Jesus and Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may make reparation for offenses against the Sacred Hearts through our prayers, sacrifices, and works of charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community deeply consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, 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 find eternal rest in the loving Hearts of Jesus and Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may proclaim God's astonishing generosity—that He calls workers at every hour of life and offers the same eternal reward to all who come to Him—and never treat His mercy as something to be rationed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be challenged by the parable of the vineyard: that justice is not merely equal wages for equal work, but a generosity that ensures no one is left without what they need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who came to faith late in life, or who are only now hearing God's call, that they may know they are fully welcomed into His vineyard and will receive the same reward as those who came before them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may resist envy of God's mercy shown to others, and rejoice that the last are called with the same love as the first, for His generosity has no limit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may mirror the vineyard owner's spirit—always going out to invite more workers, never closing the gates, and celebrating every person who answers the call at any hour, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who feel it is too late to turn back to God, that they may hear His call even now and come.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may receive the same denarius of eternal life, by God's mercy rather than their merit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may go out at every hour to call laborers into God's vineyard, persisting in evangelization without discouragement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may build economies of generosity where no one stands idle for lack of opportunity, and where the dignity of labor is respected for every person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have been standing idle—distant from God or alienated from the Church—that today they may hear the Lord's call: 'You too go into my vineyard,' and respond with joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may receive our day's wage—God's grace—with gratitude rather than comparison, trusting that His goodness to others does not diminish what He gives us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may welcome returning Catholics and new believers with the same generous embrace as those who have been faithful from the first hour, letting no one feel second-best, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are new to the faith or returning after long absence, that they may be fully welcomed into the life of the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may receive by God's free gift the eternal life He promised to all who answered His call, 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.