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
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Saint Jerome, priest and doctor of the Church
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Jerome, priest and doctor of the Church
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Jerome's profound love for Sacred Scripture, may always cherish and proclaim God's Word with fidelity and zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek wisdom from divine revelation and govern their peoples with justice and truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all scholars, translators, and students of the Bible, that they may be guided by the Holy Spirit and the example of St. Jerome, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep hunger for God's Word, reading it daily and allowing it to transform our hearts and minds, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where Sacred Scripture is reverently studied, lovingly proclaimed, and faithfully lived, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are ignorant of Scripture, that they may come to know Christ through its sacred pages.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who dedicated their lives to the study and love of God's Word may rejoice with St. Jerome in eternal wisdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be true doctors of the faith, like St. Jerome, in nourishing the faithful with the Word of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value learning and protect the freedom to study and disseminate sacred texts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who find the Scriptures difficult to understand, that they may be guided by the Church's teaching and the light of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our engagement with God's Word may lead us to a deeper conversion of life and a more ardent love for Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively promotes biblical literacy and encourages all to feast on the riches of Sacred Scripture, 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 who have died may be brought into the perfect light of God's eternal Word, Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be faithful in her mission to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with justice and promote the common good, creating societies where faith can flourish, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have not yet heard the Gospel, that missionaries may bring them the good news of salvation in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be courageous witnesses to our faith, always ready to share the reason for our hope with gentleness and respect, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a vibrant center of evangelization, drawing others to Christ through our love and service, 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 lived and died in Christ may now share in His eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with apostolic zeal, fulfilling Christ's great commission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may be open to receiving the gift of faith and the promise of eternal life in Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are hesitant to share their faith, that they may be filled with the courage of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be faithful to our baptismal promises, renouncing sin and professing our faith in the Triune God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively supports the Church's missionary efforts and seeks to bring all to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in vocations to missionary life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the eternal kingdom promised to those who believe and are baptized, 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.