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 25, 2025

Thursday in the 25th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 25th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always heed Herod's curiosity and boldly proclaim Jesus Christ, even to those in power who may be hostile, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek true wisdom and justice, rather than being swayed by fleeting pleasures or fear of public opinion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are searching for meaning in their lives, that their curiosity may lead them to an encounter with Christ, the Son of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not be afraid to speak of Jesus to others, trusting that the Holy Spirit will give us the right words, 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 eager to share the story of Jesus, 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 Christ in this life may now see Him face to face in glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a courageous witness to Christ, even before the powerful of this world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may have their curiosity about Jesus transformed into a living faith and a desire to follow Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are persecuted for their faith, that they may find strength in the example of John the Baptist and the apostles, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be willing to suffer for the sake of righteousness, knowing that our true reward is in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that never ceases to proclaim Christ crucified and risen, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper understanding of the cost of discipleship.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to stand before the Son of Man, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always speak with prophetic courage about the sanctity of every unborn child, even to those in power who resist this truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may have their curiosity awakened to the humanity of the unborn and protect them from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the sin of abortion and embrace the truth about God's gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may find strength and support to choose life, rejecting the false promises of a culture of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a steadfast defender of every human life, proclaiming the good news that every child is wanted by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to awaken consciences to the reality of abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be acknowledged and cherished in God's 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.

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