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.

📖 How to Use These General Intercessions

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Monday, September 1, 2025

Labor Day

·Labor Day

Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for Labor Day

Option 1

1.That the Church may always uphold the dignity of human labor and the rights of all workers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may promote just economic systems that provide dignified work, fair wages, and safe conditions for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are unemployed, underemployed, or struggling in their work, that they may find relief, support, and meaningful employment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may offer our daily work, whatever it may be, as a participation in God's creation and a service to our brothers and sisters, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the dignity of work is respected and where all support one another in their vocations and labors, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For those seeking employment and for an end to unjust labor practices.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who labored faithfully on earth may now rest from their work in God's eternal peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all Church leaders, that they may champion the cause of workers and promote social justice in the spirit of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That civil society may ensure that all workers are treated with fairness and respect, and that their contributions are valued, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who find their work burdensome or unfulfilling, that they may find strength in Christ and offer their labors for His glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may approach our work with diligence, integrity, and a spirit of service, imitating St. Joseph the Worker, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be a community that supports those seeking employment and values the contribution of every worker to the common good, 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 receive the reward of their labors and enter into the joy of the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may tirelessly proclaim that the most fundamental labor is the nurturing of human life, from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may honor God by protecting the lives of the unborn, recognizing that their future labor is precious to society, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For an end to abortion, which destroys human potential and the dignity of future workers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be supported in their sacred labor of bringing new life into the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may value every human life as a gift, working to protect the unborn and support all who labor for a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to defend the dignity of human labor and the sanctity of every human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion, whose earthly labors were denied, may rest in God's eternal 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.

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