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

Monday, October 13, 2025

Monday in the 28th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Monday in the 28th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always seek signs of God's presence and power, not for worldly acclaim but for the strengthening of faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with wisdom and discernment, seeking true signs of progress in justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who demand sensational signs or who are skeptical of God's action in the world, that their hearts may be opened to faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may recognize the sign of Jonah – Christ's death and resurrection – as the ultimate sign of God's love and power, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people of deep faith, not needing constant signs, but trusting in God's abiding presence, 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 God with sincere hearts may now see Him face to face, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with faith that looks beyond earthly signs to the mystery of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize the signs of God's presence in creation, in history, and in the person of Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are easily swayed by false signs or wonders, that they may be grounded in the truth of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have the wisdom of the Queen of the South, seeking true wisdom in Christ, who is greater than Solomon, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that lives by faith, not by sight, always trusting in God's hidden but powerful work, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of repentance and conversion, like the people of Nineveh.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be judged with mercy and rise with Christ, the true sign of God's victory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always point to the sanctity of every unborn child as a profound sign of God's creative love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may recognize the clear sign of humanity in every unborn child and protect them from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the blindness that ignores the sign of life in the womb, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may see the child within them as a sign of hope and a blessing from God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people who discern the signs of the times and courageously defend every human life from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to reveal the truth and humanity of the unborn child to a skeptical world.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be eternal signs of God's merciful love in heaven, 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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