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 18, 2025

Thursday in the 24th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 24th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a source of light and wisdom for those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and compassion, seeking to illuminate the path of their people with truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are lost in sin or despair, that the dawn from on high may break upon them and guide their feet into the way of peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we who have received the light of Christ may reflect that light to others through our words and actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a beacon of hope and a testament to God's tender mercy for all, 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 walked in the light of faith may now see the eternal dawn of God's glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a faithful herald of Christ, the Dayspring from on high, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may be freed from the chains of sin and oppression, and walk in the light of God's truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling with forgiveness or bitterness, that the tender mercy of our God may touch their hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be vigilant in prayer and good works, always ready to greet the Lord when He comes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that radiates the warmth of God's love and the light of His truth to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper spirit of repentance and gratitude for God's mercy.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be guided by Christ into the eternal peace of His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a guiding light, leading all to recognize the sanctity of every human life from its dawn at conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be enlightened by truth and justice to protect every unborn child from the darkness of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the shadow of death that is abortion and embrace the light of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be surrounded by the tender mercy of God and our community, choosing to welcome the dawn of new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a beacon of hope, actively working to protect the unborn and guide all into the way of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to bring the light of truth to those considering abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may shine in the eternal dawn of God's loving presence, 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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