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
Friday, November 21, 2025
The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Option 1
1.That the Church, like the child Mary presented in the Temple, may always be a community wholly dedicated to God's service and praise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may promote environments where religious devotion and the pursuit of holiness can flourish, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all young people, that they may consecrate their lives to God with the purity and fervor of the young Virgin Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from Mary's presentation to offer ourselves completely to God, making our lives a living sacrifice of praise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is nurtured from a young age and where all are encouraged to dedicate their lives to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For parents and educators, that they may present children to God through faith formation.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who were presented to God in baptism may now rejoice in His eternal temple, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide the faithful in offering their lives as a pleasing sacrifice to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may respect the sacredness of childhood and protect the innocence of the young, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are called to a life of special consecration, that they may respond with the generosity and trust of the Blessed Virgin Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our hearts may be true temples of the Holy Spirit, adorned with virtue and dedicated to God's service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that values purity of heart and encourages all its members to live lives wholly given to God, 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 presented by Mary to her Son and welcomed into His eternal glory, 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 a vigilant steward of the mysteries of God, faithfully proclaiming His Word until Christ returns, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with justice and prepare their people for a future founded on truth and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are anxious about the end times or the future, that they may find peace in Christ's promise to be with us always, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live each day in readiness for the Lord's coming, using our talents for His glory and the good of our neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a people of watchful prayer and active charity, always eager to meet the Lord, 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 awaited the Lord's coming may now rejoice in His eternal presence, 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 and fortitude as we look towards the end of the liturgical year, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize the signs of the times and turn their hearts to God in repentance and faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are spiritually unprepared for judgment, that they may be awakened by God's grace and seek His mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be found sleeping when the Lord returns, but always alert in faith, steadfast in hope, and abounding in love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that lives in joyful expectation of Christ's return, with our lives reflecting His light and truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayer and vigilance as the Church year draws to a close.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may hear the joyful summons to enter the eternal kingdom prepared for them, 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.