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

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Thursday in the 31st Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 31st Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a diligent seeker of the lost, like the shepherd seeking the lost sheep and the woman seeking the lost coin, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those responsible for labour policy may ensure workers have fair wages, safe conditions, and genuine protection from exploitation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For veterans and those traumatised by military service, that they may find genuine care and community as they rebuild their lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may recognise and respond to those around us who are quietly struggling and in need of a word of welcome, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where sinners are welcomed, where the lost are sought, and where there is great joy over every repentant heart, 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 were lost and now are found may rejoice in the eternal embrace of our loving Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be true shepherds who leave the ninety-nine to seek the one lost sheep, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those responsible for criminal justice may ensure that rehabilitation is central to how the prison system is run, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those in recovery from addiction, that they may find the strength to take each day at a time and know they do not face it alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be the kind of people who celebrate whenever someone returns to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be genuinely welcoming to those who arrive uncertain whether they belong, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of evangelization and outreach to those who are far from the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be found by the Good Shepherd and brought safely into His eternal fold, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may tirelessly seek every unborn child, lost to the threat of abortion, and bring them into the safety of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may search diligently for ways to protect every human life from conception, valuing each one as precious to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as losing a precious gift and rejoice in every life saved, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers who feel lost or alone may be found by a compassionate community that supports them in choosing life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where every child is welcomed, and where support for expectant mothers extends beyond words to practical help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to find and support women in crisis pregnancies, offering them alternatives to abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be found by God and cherished in His 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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