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
Friday, September 12, 2025
The Most Holy Name of Mary
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for The Most Holy Name of Mary
Option 1
1.That the Church, invoking the Holy Name of Mary, may always find protection and guidance in her maternal care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek Mary's intercession for peace and wisdom in their governance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are devoted to the Name of Mary, that their faith may be strengthened and their prayers heard through her powerful intercession, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may call upon the Name of Mary with confidence in times of temptation, trial, and joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, honoring the Holy Name of Mary, may be a place where her virtues are imitated and her Son is glorified, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are struggling or in distress, that they may find comfort in calling upon Mary's name.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who honored the Name of Mary in this life may now rejoice with her in the eternal presence of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that under the patronage of Mary's Holy Name, he may lead the Church with wisdom and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all nations may be brought under the protection of Mary, Star of the Sea, and find safe passage to her Son, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are forgetful of Mary or hesitant in their devotion, that they may discover the power and sweetness of her Holy Name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our families may be consecrated to Mary and frequently invoke her name for guidance and protection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that cherishes the Holy Name of Mary and seeks her intercession in all its needs, 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 called upon Mary's name may be presented by her to Jesus in glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be vigilant against hypocrisy, striving for sincerity in faith and life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations 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 in His eternal kingdom, 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 message, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may reject falsehood and embrace the liberating truth of Christ, seeking what is genuine and good, 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 but deepened, 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 of the law, 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, free from all pretense, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of honesty and integrity in all our dealings and relationships.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 and light, 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.