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

Sunday, October 5, 2025

27th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the 27th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church, as the Lord's vineyard, may bear abundant fruit for His kingdom through faith, hope, and charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may be faithful tenants of the authority entrusted to them, serving with justice and producing fruits of peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who have rejected God's messengers or His Son, that their hearts may be opened to repentance and the gift of salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be good stewards of the gifts God has given us, using them to build up His Church and to serve our neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a fruitful vineyard, where every member contributes to the harvest of holiness and good works, 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 labored in the Lord's vineyard may now receive their eternal reward, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may wisely tend the vineyard of the Lord, the Church, nurturing its growth and fruitfulness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may recognize God as the owner of the vineyard and render to Him the fruits of righteousness and praise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those whose lives seem barren or unproductive, that they may be grafted onto Christ, the true vine, and bear fruit that will last, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not be like the wicked tenants, but faithfully render to God the homage of our lives, our worship, and our service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that diligently cultivates the gifts of the Spirit and shares them generously for the building of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of gratitude for God's blessings and a willingness to share them.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be gathered as choice fruit into the eternal storehouse of God our Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a fruitful vineyard, always cultivating a deep respect for every human life from conception, the precious gift from the Divine Vinedresser, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be faithful tenants, protecting the precious fruit of unborn human life from the destruction 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 sin of abortion, which rejects God's gift of life, and embrace His call to fruitfulness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be supported in nurturing the life within them, recognizing their child as a blessing from the Lord of the vineyard, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may work diligently to protect the unborn, ensuring that every life is welcomed and allowed to bear fruit for God's glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who labor to protect the vineyard of human life from those who would destroy it.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may blossom as eternal fruit in God's heavenly vineyard, 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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