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

Monday, October 27, 2025

Monday in the 30th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Monday in the 30th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a humble servant, like the mustard seed growing into a great tree, offering shelter and nourishment to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may promote policies that allow for the growth and flourishing of all people, especially the small and vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel insignificant or powerless, that they may recognize their great worth in God's eyes and the potential for good within them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may have faith like a mustard seed, trusting in God's power to bring about great things from small beginnings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where every small act of faith and love contributes to the growth of God's kingdom, 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, though sown in weakness, may be raised in power to share in God's 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 wisdom, nurturing the seeds of faith planted throughout the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may be open to the leaven of the Gospel, allowing it to transform their lives and societies from within, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are discouraged by the smallness of their efforts, that they may trust in God's ability to multiply their good works, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not despise small beginnings, but faithfully cultivate the gifts God has given us for the building of His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community where even the smallest acts of faith and charity contribute to a great harvest of holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater appreciation of the power of small acts done with great love.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may find their place in the great tree of God's kingdom, sheltered by His love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be like a great mustard tree, offering shelter and protection to every unborn child, the smallest and most vulnerable among us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may recognize that even the smallest human life has immense value and work to protect every child in the womb from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may see the potential for greatness in every conceived child and reject the leaven of the culture of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may find in our community a welcoming refuge, empowering them to nurture the mustard seed of life within them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where every small act in defense of unborn life contributes to the growth of a vibrant culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who plant seeds of hope and life by supporting pregnant women and advocating for the unborn.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion, though small in the eyes of the world, may grow to fullness of life in God's eternal kingdom, 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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