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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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Friday, October 3, 2025

Friday in the 26th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Friday in the 26th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always rejoice when the Gospel is proclaimed and souls are brought to Christ, even by those outside her visible communion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may promote tolerance and cooperation among all people of goodwill, regardless of their beliefs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who work for the kingdom of God, that they may be united in spirit and purpose, avoiding jealousy and rivalry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have a generous heart, recognizing and affirming the good done by others, even if they are not part of our own group, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of open-mindedness and collaboration, working with all who seek to do good in Christ's name, 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 Christ faithfully may now rejoice in the unity of His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with a spirit of inclusivity and discernment, recognizing God's work in many forms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may overcome prejudice and suspicion, and work together for the common good of humanity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are tempted by narrow-mindedness or sectarianism, that their hearts may be expanded by Christ's universal love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not hinder the work of the Holy Spirit, but rejoice wherever good is done in the name of Jesus, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a welcoming community, embracing all who seek Christ and working in partnership for His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of ecumenism and interreligious dialogue.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be gathered into the one flock of Christ, the Good Shepherd, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may rejoice in every effort made to protect unborn children, recognizing God's hand in all who defend life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be open to the good work of all who advocate for the unborn, regardless of other differences, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For an end to the division that hinders the pro-life cause, and for a united front in defending every human life from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may support all who work to save children from abortion, affirming their efforts in the name of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where every defender of unborn life is welcomed and encouraged, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For unity and collaboration among all pro-life organizations and individuals.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be gathered by Christ into His eternal kingdom of life and peace, 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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