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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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, virgin and doctor of the Church
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Thérèse's 'Little Way' of spiritual childhood, may always teach us to trust in God's merciful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with humility and seek to do small things with great love for their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all missionaries and those who feel their efforts are small, that they may find encouragement in St. Thérèse's patronage and zeal for souls, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may embrace the path of spiritual childhood, offering our daily sacrifices and sufferings to God with confidence and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where simple acts of love are valued and where all are encouraged to grow in holiness through the 'Little Way', let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are sick or suffering, that they may offer their pains to God like St. Thérèse.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who lived by the 'Little Way' may now rejoice with St. Thérèse in the eternal shower of God's blessings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide the faithful in the path of holiness with the simplicity and wisdom of St. Thérèse, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value humility and selfless service, recognizing true greatness in love rather than power, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel overwhelmed by the call to holiness, that St. Thérèse's 'Little Way' may show them a path accessible to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a childlike trust in God our Father, abandoning ourselves completely to His merciful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community where every small act of love is seen as precious in God's eyes, 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 welcomed into the eternal embrace of God's merciful love, 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 to Christ, the true foundation, building up His kingdom with love and truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek wisdom and build their societies on the solid rock of justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose faith is shaken by trials, that they may find stability in Christ and His unfailing promises, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not only hear God's word but also put it into practice, so that our lives may be firmly rooted in Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a strong spiritual house, built on Christ, where all find refuge and support, 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 built their lives on Christ may now dwell in His eternal house, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a wise master builder, strengthening the Church on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may seek the enduring values of God's kingdom rather than the fleeting pleasures of the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling to live according to the Gospel, that they may find strength in Christ, the cornerstone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be attentive to the word of God and diligent in applying it to our daily lives, so that our faith may withstand all storms and trials, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community firmly established on the rock of Christ, a beacon of stability and hope in our world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper commitment to living out the Gospel message in our actions and choices.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may find their eternal dwelling place in the house of the Lord, built on solid rock, 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.