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 31, 2025

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General Intercessions for Monday of the Twenty-Second Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church, anointed by the Spirit, may bring glad tidings to the poor in every age, proclaiming liberty to captives and sight to the blind in body and soul, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That civil leaders may create conditions where the poor are nourished, the oppressed are freed, and the vulnerable receive the care they deserve, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who have been rejected or scorned in their communities, that they may find in Christ—who was also driven out of His hometown—a source of comfort and hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may hear God's Word and receive it with open hearts, saying in wonder, 'Today this Scripture is fulfilled in our hearing,' let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the year of the Lord's favor is lived—where the poor are welcomed, the broken are healed, and all find freedom in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For those rejected by family or community on account of their faith.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may enter into the fullness of the Lord's favor in the eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be led by the Spirit to bring Good News not only to the familiar but to the distant, as Christ was sent to all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all nations may welcome God's grace wherever it flows—even beyond their borders, as Elijah went to the widow of Zarephath and Elisha healed Naaman the Syrian, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are foreigners, refugees, or outsiders, that they may find in the Church and in civil society the welcome that God extends to all without distinction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may never become so familiar with the Gospel that we take it for granted, but always hear it with fresh wonder and renewed urgency, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that we may resist the temptation to keep God's grace for ourselves and instead share it generously with all who seek Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all immigrants and refugees seeking a new home and a fresh start in dignity.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the eternal homeland where all are strangers no longer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, anointed by the Spirit, may bring glad tidings especially to the most vulnerable—the unborn children of our world and the mothers who carry them in difficult circumstances, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That civil authorities may pass laws that truly free those in crisis—offering real support to pregnant women who feel they have no choice, rather than leaving abortion as the only option, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For mothers in crisis pregnancies, that they may experience the year of the Lord's favor: practical help, genuine compassion, and the assurance that they and their children are not alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may boldly say, 'Today this Scripture is fulfilled,' as our community reaches out to women and families who need support in welcoming new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For all children at risk of abortion, that we may be instruments of the liberty Christ proclaims—defending their right to be born and welcomed into a world of care and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all pregnancy resource centers, maternity homes, and those who dedicate themselves to serving mothers in need.Lord, hear our prayer.

That all children lost before birth may be welcomed into God's eternal embrace, and their mothers find healing and peace in Christ's mercy, 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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