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 15, 2025
Our Lady of Sorrows
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Our Lady of Sorrows
Option 1
1.That the Church, sharing in the sorrows of Mary at the foot of the Cross, may always be a compassionate mother to all who suffer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek to alleviate the suffering of their people and work to end the causes of sorrow and injustice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are grieving, for those whose hearts are pierced by sorrow, and for all who unite their sufferings with Christ's passion, that they may find comfort and strength in Our Lady of Sorrows, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from Mary to stand faithfully by the cross of Christ in our own lives and in the lives of others, offering our compassion and prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of solace and support for all who are sorrowful, reflecting Mary's tender, maternal care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For mothers who have lost children, and for all who mourn.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who endured sorrows with faith may now rejoice with Mary, Queen of Heaven, in eternal consolation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be ministers of comfort and hope, like Mary, to those whose hearts are heavy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may show greater compassion for the suffering and work to create a culture that values every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted to despair in their afflictions, that the example of Mary's steadfast faith at the Cross may inspire them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep devotion to Our Lady of Sorrows, seeking her intercession in our trials and uniting our tears with hers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively reaches out to the sorrowful, offering them the comfort of Christ and the prayers of His mother, 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, through the sorrows of Mary, be brought to the joy of Christ's resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always have faith like the centurion, trusting in Christ's power to heal and save, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with humility and seek the true good of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are sick or suffering, that they may experience the healing touch of Jesus, even from a distance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may approach Christ with great faith, believing that He is able to do all things for us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is strong and where all are encouraged to trust in God's power, 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 by faith may now see God face to face, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with unwavering faith and confidence in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize their need for God's healing and approach Him with humble trust, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose faith is weak or wavering, that they may be inspired by the centurion's example, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not presume on God's mercy, but always approach Him with a spirit of humility and profound respect, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of deep faith, where miracles of grace and healing are experienced, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater trust in God's providence and His power to work in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy by Christ and welcomed into His eternal kingdom, 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.