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, November 10, 2025
Saint Leo the Great, pope and doctor of the Church
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Leo the Great
Option 1
1.That the Church, guided by the wisdom and fortitude of Pope St. Leo the Great, may always be a steadfast defender of Christ's true humanity and divinity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek peace and protect their people from harm, inspired by St. Leo's courage in the face of invasion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be true shepherds, like St. Leo, in teaching the faith, promoting unity, and caring for their flock, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep understanding of the mystery of the Incarnation and live in conformity with Christ, true God and true man, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the Catholic faith is clearly taught, devoutly lived, and courageously proclaimed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are confused by false teachings about Christ or the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who faithfully defended the apostolic faith may rejoice with St. Leo the Great in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the universal Church, that it may always be united under the successor of Peter, as St. Leo so powerfully taught, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may respect the dignity of every human person, recognizing our creation in God's image, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are called to positions of leadership in the Church, that they may exercise their authority with humility and pastoral charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cherish our Catholic heritage and strive to grow in our knowledge and love of the faith handed down by the Apostles, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that values sound doctrine and supports its pastors in their teaching office, 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 who have died may be brought into the perfect unity and truth of God's eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be wise and prepared, like the prudent virgins, awaiting the Lord's coming with lamps burning brightly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with foresight and diligence, always ready to meet the needs of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are spiritually unprepared or living in darkness, that they may awaken to Christ's call before it is too late, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live each day in joyful readiness for the Lord, with our hearts filled with the oil of faith, hope, and charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a people of watchful prayer and active service, eager to greet the Bridegroom when He appears, 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 kept watch for the Lord with burning lamps may now enter His eternal wedding feast, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a faithful and wise servant, guiding the Church in constant readiness for Christ's return, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize the signs of the times and prepare their hearts to meet the Lord with joy and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are anxious about the future or the end of the world, that they may find comfort in Christ's promise to be with us always, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be found sleeping when the Lord comes, but always alert in faith, active in love, and steadfast in hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that lives in constant expectation of the Lord, with our lives reflecting His light and love to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of vigilance and preparedness in our spiritual lives as Christians.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may hear the joyful summons, 'Come, you blessed of my Father,' and enter His eternal kingdom of glory, 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.