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

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Tuesday in the 21st Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 21st Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be vigilant against hypocrisy and lead her children in sincerity of faith and life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with honesty and integrity, rejecting all forms of deceit and corruption, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who struggle with duplicity or who present a false image to others, that they may find the courage to live in truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may strive for inner purity and authenticity, so that our outward actions may always reflect our true love for God and neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where truthfulness and sincerity are valued, and where all are encouraged to live with integrity, 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 lived in sincerity of heart may now see God face to face, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with transparency and unwavering commitment to the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may reject falsehood and embrace the liberating truth of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are scandalized by hypocrisy in the Church or in society, that their faith may not be shaken, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may cleanse the inside of our cup, focusing on interior conversion rather than mere external observance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its genuine faith and authentic Christian living, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper spirit of honesty and integrity in all our dealings.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be found pure of heart and welcomed into God's eternal kingdom of truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always speak the truth about the sanctity of every human life, rejecting the hypocrisy that devalues the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may turn from the deceit of pro-abortion arguments and enact laws that genuinely protect every human life from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may see abortion as a grave injustice and embrace the truth of the Gospel of Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who promote abortion may have their eyes opened to the truth about the humanity of the unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of authentic witness, courageously defending the unborn and rejecting all hypocrisy concerning human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to expose the truth about abortion and its devastating consequences.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be vindicated by God's eternal truth and justice, 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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