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
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Saint Hedwig, religious / Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, virgin
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Hedwig, religious
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Hedwig's charity and care for the poor, may always be a mother to the needy and a sign of God's compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with justice and seek to alleviate poverty and suffering in their lands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are poor, sick, or marginalized, that they may find relief and support through the intercession of St. Hedwig and our charitable actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from St. Hedwig to use our earthly goods for the service of others, storing up treasure in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the corporal works of mercy are actively practiced and where all are committed to serving the poor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who dedicate their lives to serving the poor and vulnerable.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who lived lives of charity and service may rejoice with St. Hedwig in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.That the Church, through the devotion to the Sacred Heart promoted by St. Margaret Mary, may always proclaim God's burning love for humanity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may have hearts open to compassion and seek to build societies founded on love and justice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, that their love for Him may grow deeper and transform their lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may find refuge and strength in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, making reparation for our sins and the sins of the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where devotion to the Sacred Heart flourishes, leading all to experience His merciful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater love and devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who trusted in the Sacred Heart may now rest in His eternal embrace with St. Margaret Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be a fearless witness to Christ, acknowledging Him before all, even in the face of persecution, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with courage and integrity, upholding truth and justice for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted to deny their faith or compromise their principles for worldly gain, that they may find strength in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be ashamed of the Gospel, but boldly proclaim our faith in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived openly and courageously, inspiring others to follow Christ, 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 confessed Christ on earth may now be acknowledged by Him before the Father, 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 boldness, witnessing to Christ before the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may be freed from the fear that prevents them from embracing the truth of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are persecuted for their faith, that they may find strength in Christ and the support of the universal Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may value our eternal salvation above all earthly possessions or human approval, always choosing Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of courageous disciples, unafraid to live and share the good news of Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of evangelization and witness in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to stand before the Son of Man and enter His eternal glory 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.