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

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General Intercessions for Monday of the Twenty-Sixth Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may welcome every child and every vulnerable person as Christ Himself, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who set social welfare policy may ensure that support reaches children and families in genuine poverty, building systems of care for the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For the poor who cannot meet their basic needs, that they may receive the support and dignity owed to every child of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That God may grant us the humility to serve those around us without rivalry or comparison, welcoming each one in Christ's name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of genuine welcome, where every person is honoured and the vulnerable are cared for, 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 served in humility and welcomed the least may now rejoice as the greatest 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 lead the Church with the humility of a servant, embracing Christ's reversal of greatness in every exercise of his ministry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who lead in health and social care policy may prioritise the wellbeing of children, the elderly, and people with disabilities, investing in systems of genuine care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those without shelter, sleeping rough or in temporary accommodation, that they may find safety, warmth, and the dignity owed to every human being, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may recognise and rejoice in goodness wherever it is found, even outside our own circle, embracing all who act in Christ's name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community of genuine welcome, known for its care of those who feel overlooked and its readiness to serve, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a spirit of humility and generous welcome toward all who come in Christ's name.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died, having served in humility and welcomed the least, may now be counted among the greatest in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may welcome every child, born and unborn, as Christ Himself, and may never fail to defend the dignity of the smallest among us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may protect the unborn and defend every human life from conception to natural death through just and compassionate law, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For women facing crisis pregnancies, that they may find support, compassion, and the assurance that in choosing life they are not alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may receive from God a deeper reverence for every human life, welcoming the unborn, the elderly, and the disabled as bearers of God's image, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may actively support mothers in difficult pregnancies, offering practical help, community, and the assurance that every life is welcomed and valued here, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who welcome children in crisis through fostering, adoption, and pregnancy support.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost before birth may be held by the Christ who placed a child at His side and said, 'Whoever welcomes this one welcomes me,' 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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