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

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

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General Intercessions for Thursday of the Twenty-Fifth Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may proclaim Jesus as the Christ with clarity and confidence, answering the world's deepest questions with the certainty of faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That public health authorities may expand access to mental health services, addressing the growing crisis of anxiety and depression with adequately funded care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who have lost faith or feel uncertain about God, searching for truth amid confusion, that they may encounter the living Christ who reveals Himself to sincere seekers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may seek a living and personal encounter with Jesus in prayer, Scripture, and the sacraments, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where those who wonder about Jesus encounter Him truly in the faith and lives of those who follow Him, 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 sought the face of Christ may now see Him as He is, in eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may boldly proclaim Jesus to the powerful and the searching of this age, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That asylum authorities may treat each person seeking protection as one of inherent worth, ensuring fair hearings and humane conditions for all who flee violence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those facing terminal illness or dying alone, that they may know the presence of Christ who accompanies them through death into new and eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may encounter Jesus as He truly is, Lord and Savior, and allow that encounter to reshape how we live each day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community where those who wonder about Jesus find a genuine and living answer in the faith of those gathered, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayerful seeking and personal encounter with Christ.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may behold at last the One they sought in faith, face to face, forever, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may proclaim with clarity that every unborn child is made in the image of God, precious and irreplaceable, and worthy of the full protection of the law, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may enact legislation protecting unborn children from abortion, giving legal protection to those who have no voice of their own, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For women in crisis pregnancies facing confusion and competing voices, that they may encounter the Christ who gives clarity in fear and reveals the precious gift of the life they carry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may give concrete and practical love to the unborn and to mothers in need, going beyond goodwill to real and generous action, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may welcome mothers and unborn children with compassion, offering practical care that reflects our belief in the dignity of every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who witness to the dignity of unborn life in culture, law, and medicine.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost before birth may be seen at last in God's eternal light for who they truly are: beloved, named, and forever His, 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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