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 17, 2025
Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, religious
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, religious
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Elizabeth of Hungary's profound charity and service to the poor and sick, may always be a mother to those in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for economic policy may give priority to programmes that lift people out of persistent poverty rather than managing it from a distance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the poor who cannot meet their basic needs, including those who are too ashamed to ask for help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may open our eyes to the need that is nearest to us, and give us the will to act rather than simply to feel sympathy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our community may support those facing financial hardship with practical generosity rather than advice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For Franciscan tertiaries and all who follow St. Elizabeth's spirit of penance and charity.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who lived lives of generous service to the needy may rejoice with St. Elizabeth of Hungary in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may encourage a deep love for the poor and a commitment to social justice, like St. Elizabeth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for protecting freedom of religion may act against discrimination in employment and public life based on faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For international students navigating visa pressures and the difficulty of belonging far from home, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may loosen our grip on what we have and give us a freer, more generous spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may reach out to those in the local area who are most in need, with something real rather than good intentions, 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 welcomed into the eternal embrace of God, who is rich in mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.For those who left the Church because of hurt, that they may find the door genuinely open rather than simply theoretically ajar, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for asylum policy may ensure that refugees receive fair hearings without years of waiting in uncertainty, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For communities recovering from natural disasters, that relief efforts may reach those most affected and not only the most visible, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may help us to be faithful to what we know is right even when it costs us something, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known in the local area as a community that cares for the most vulnerable, not only for its own members, 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 used their talents well may now enter into the joy of their Master, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a wise steward of the Church's gifts, encouraging all to contribute to her mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for education may ensure that children in deprived communities receive the same quality of provision as those in wealthier areas, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those facing terminal illness, especially those who are dying without adequate pain relief or companionship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognise Christ in the people we find most difficult, and pray for the grace to treat them accordingly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community where the elderly and the dying receive regular, genuine attention from the community they have given so much to, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of generosity and responsible stewardship in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to share in the eternal treasures of God's 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.