What are general intercessions for daily Mass?

General intercessions, also known as prayers of the faithful or universal prayers, are prayers offered during Catholic Mass where the congregation prays for the needs of the Church, the world, the suffering, and the local community. They are called "general" because they address universal concerns rather than specific individual requests.

How are general intercessions different from prayers of the faithful?

General intercessions and prayers of the faithful are actually the same thing. "General intercessions" emphasizes their universal nature, while "prayers of the faithful" emphasizes who offers them - the baptized faithful. Both terms refer to the same liturgical element of the Mass.

When are general intercessions prayed during Mass?

General intercessions are prayed during the Liturgy of the Word, after the homily and Creed (if said). They conclude the Liturgy of the Word before the Liturgy of the Eucharist begins with the Preparation of the Gifts.

Who writes the general intercessions for daily Mass?

Our general intercessions are written by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario, following the guidelines of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and with input from theology students and experienced clergy.

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

Sunday, August 24, 2025

21st SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the 21st SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church, built on the rock of Peter's faith, may always be a steadfast guide, holding the keys to the kingdom of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with wisdom and authority, seeking to bind what is good and to loose what is harmful in society, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For Pope Leo XIV, successor of Peter, that he may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit to confirm his brethren in the faith and shepherd the universal Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have a deep faith in Christ, the Son of the living God, and entrust ourselves to the teaching authority of His Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community, united with the See of Peter, may be a vibrant witness to the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church, 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 confessed Christ with Peter may now share in the eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For the unity of the Church, that all who believe in Christ may be one flock under one Shepherd, united with the Pope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may come to know Jesus Christ, the Messiah, and find in Him the answers to life's deepest questions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who struggle with their faith or with the Church's teachings, that they may find clarity and peace through prayer and dialogue, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may always listen to the voice of Christ speaking through His Church, and obey her guidance with loving hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a living stone in the edifice of the Church, built on Christ and the Apostles, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper understanding of the role of the papacy and the Magisterium.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died in communion with the Church may be welcomed into the heavenly Jerusalem, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, like Peter confessing Christ, may always proclaim that every human life, from conception, is sacred to the Son of the living God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be given the keys of wisdom to unlock protections for every unborn child, binding up the evil of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a denial of Christ's lordship over life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may find in the Church a rock of support, empowering them to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a steadfast defender of the unborn, using the keys of prayer and action to build a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to ensure that the gates of hell, especially abortion, do not prevail against the sanctity of human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be held securely in the kingdom of heaven by Christ our Lord, 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.

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