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

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Thursday in the 23rd Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 23rd Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a faithful disciple, listening to Christ's call and putting His word into practice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with integrity, building their societies on the solid foundation of truth and justice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those whose faith is weak or built on superficial foundations, that they may find stability in Christ, the true rock, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not only hear God's word but also act upon it, so that our spiritual house may withstand all storms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived authentically and where all are encouraged to build their lives on Christ, 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 built their lives on Christ may now dwell securely in His eternal house, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a wise master builder, strengthening the Church on the foundation of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may seek the enduring values of God's kingdom rather than the fleeting foundations of the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling to live according to the Gospel, that they may find strength in Christ, the cornerstone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be attentive to the word of God and diligent in applying it to our daily lives, so that our faith may withstand all trials, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community firmly established on the rock of Christ, a beacon of stability and hope in our world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper commitment to living out the Gospel message in our actions and choices.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may find their eternal dwelling place in the house of the Lord, built on solid rock, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always build its defense of human life on the solid rock of God's truth, proclaiming the sanctity of every conceived child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may found their decisions on the unshakeable principle that every human life, from conception, is sacred and inviolable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the shifting sands of a culture of death and build on Christ, the rock of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may build their hope on God's love, choosing to protect the life of their unborn child with courage and unwavering support, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a steadfast builder of a culture of life, protecting every unborn child and offering unshakeable support to their families, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to establish strong foundations for the protection of human life against abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be secure on the eternal rock of God's unfailing love and 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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