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, September 7, 2025

23rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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General Intercessions for the 23rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a community of fraternal correction and reconciliation, seeking to win back those who have strayed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and promote dialogue and understanding to resolve conflicts peacefully, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are estranged from their families or communities, that they may find paths to forgiveness and reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have the courage to admonish sinners with love and humility, and the grace to accept correction when it is offered to us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where Christ's presence is known when two or three are gathered in His name, and where all support one another in holiness, 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 sought reconciliation in this life may now find eternal peace with God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide the Church with wisdom in matters of discipline and fraternal charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may recognize their interconnectedness and strive to live in harmony, forgiving one another as God forgives us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who struggle with pride or resentment, making reconciliation difficult, that their hearts may be softened by God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our prayers may be united with Christ's, confident that whatever we ask in His name will be granted by the Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a true family of God, where love, forgiveness, and mutual support are the hallmarks of our life together, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper spirit of unity and fraternal correction within the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be bound together in the communion of saints and enjoy eternal fellowship in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always be a voice for the voiceless, fraternally correcting a society that permits the sin of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may have the courage to reject laws that allow the killing of unborn children and instead protect every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a grave offense against God and their neighbor, and seek reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be surrounded by a community that supports them in choosing life, offering love and practical help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where every human life is defended, and where we actively work to end abortion through prayer and action, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to offer healing and reconciliation to those wounded by abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be gathered by Christ into His eternal family, where every life is cherished, 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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