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.

📖 How to Use These General Intercessions

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3. Edit if Needed: Use "Edit" to customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Sunday, September 28, 2025

26th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the 26th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be faithful in doing the Father's will, saying 'yes' to His commands through her actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may not merely pay lip service to justice, but actively work to build societies that reflect God's righteousness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who have initially refused God's call but later repented, that they may find mercy and a place in His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be doers of the word and not hearers only, translating our faith into concrete acts of love and obedience, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people who consistently strive to do the will of God, even when it is difficult or costly, 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 to do God's will may now rejoice in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide us by their example of faithful obedience to the Father's will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may recognize that true repentance is shown not in words alone, but in a change of heart and life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling with hypocrisy or a disconnect between their words and actions, that they may find the grace of integrity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not be like the son who said 'yes' but did nothing, but rather strive to be faithful in fulfilling God's commands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community where faith is lived authentically and where all are encouraged to put God's word into practice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a spirit of sincerity and conversion in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be found among those who did the Father's will and inherit the kingdom prepared for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always say 'yes' to God's will by defending every human life, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may not merely speak of justice, but actively work to protect every unborn child from the violence 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 hypocrisy of a culture that devalues life and embrace God's call to protect the innocent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be empowered to say 'yes' to life, supported by a community that truly does the Father's will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be known by its actions in defending the unborn and upholding the sanctity of every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work tirelessly to translate pro-life convictions into life-saving actions.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be welcomed into the Father's house by those who truly did His will, 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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