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 governments may adequately fund mental health and bereavement support services for those overwhelmed by grief and loss, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the grieving, especially bereaved parents and spouses, that they may find consolation in Mary who stood faithfully beneath the Cross, 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 governments may protect and fund hospice and palliative care for the dying and those who accompany them, 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, following the compassion of Jesus, may always reach out to those who are desolate and bereaved, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may hear the cry of the widow and the poor, and enact laws that protect the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who have lost a child or a beloved one, that the compassion of Christ may console their broken hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may raise us from whatever deadens our faith and draws us away from following Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of comfort, where those who mourn find the presence of Christ and the support of His people, 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 may hear Christ's voice and rise to new life in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may, like Jesus who was moved with compassion for the widow of Nain, minister with tenderness to all who grieve, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governments may strengthen social protection for widows, single parents, and those left without family support, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have lost all hope, that they may hear Christ say 'Do not weep' and experience His power to restore life where there was only death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not pass by those who carry the weight of loss, but draw near with the compassion of Jesus, who gave the young man back to his mother, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that awe at God's visiting love may fill us with gratitude and zeal to share the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of compassion for those who mourn in our community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be raised to eternal life by Christ, who is Lord over death, 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.