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
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Saint Cornelius, pope, and Saint Cyprian, bishop, martyrs
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: Red
General Intercessions for Saint Cornelius and Saint Cyprian, martyrs
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by the pastoral care and martyrdom of Saints Cornelius and Cyprian, may always uphold unity and defend the faith with courage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with justice and protect religious freedom, ensuring that all can worship God without fear, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those facing harassment or legal penalties because of their religious beliefs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cherish the unity of the Church and be willing to suffer for the sake of truth and communion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with conviction and where all are committed to the Church's unity and mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who have lapsed from the faith, that they may find reconciliation and be welcomed back.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who died for the unity and truth of the Church may rejoice with Saints Cornelius and Cyprian in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and the college of bishops, that they may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit to guard the deposit of faith and promote ecclesial communion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governments may protect freedom of religion and conscience, ensuring minorities can worship without fear of state interference, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have lost faith or drifted from the Church after a wound or a scandal, that they may find the door open and mercy waiting, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be merciful to those who have fallen, and always strive to build up the Body of Christ in love and truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that values both orthodoxy and charity, witnessing to the one true faith in a spirit of unity, 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 be brought into the perfect unity of the saints in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may remain faithful to Christ's word even when the world refuses to listen, undeterred by the fickle judgments that dismissed both John and the Son of Man, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governments may invest in public education and ensure children in every community have access to quality schooling, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have closed their hearts to the Gospel, that they may open themselves again to God's wisdom and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not seek to fit Christ into our own expectations, but humbly receive Him as He truly is: friend of sinners, herald of the kingdom, and Son of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where God's wisdom bears fruit in lives transformed by grace, 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 share in the wisdom and joy of God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may proclaim the wisdom of the Gospel fearlessly, undeterred by those who mock or dismiss the message of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That heads of government may seek honest counsel and govern with wisdom rather than being driven by what is merely popular or expedient, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those alienated from the Church, that they may encounter the true Christ, friend of sinners, and find welcome in His mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may seek only the approval of God and not be troubled when the world misjudges our faith or our motives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that wisdom may be justified in our lives by the fruits of charity, holiness, and joyful witness to the kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of docility to God's wisdom rather than the wisdom of this passing age.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may find their rest in God, whose wisdom is eternal and whose love has no end, 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.