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 24, 2025
Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc, priest, and companions, martyrs
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: Red
General Intercessions for Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc and companions, martyrs
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by the heroic witness of St. Andrew Dũng-Lạc and the Vietnamese martyrs, may always be courageous in proclaiming the Gospel, even amidst persecution, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may uphold religious freedom and protect all who suffer for their faith and conscience, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the Church in Vietnam and all lands where Christians face adversity, that they may persevere in faith and love, strengthened by the example of these martyrs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to endure any hardship for the sake of Christ and His kingdom, trusting in His promise of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with conviction and where all support those who bear witness to Christ in difficult circumstances, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are persecuted for their Christian faith today.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who shed their blood for Christ may rejoice with St. Andrew Dũng-Lạc and his companions in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may lead the faithful with the fearless love of Christ shown by the Vietnamese martyrs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may respect the dignity of every human person and protect the fundamental right to religious freedom for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted to compromise their faith due to fear or worldly pressure, that they may find strength in the intercession of these holy martyrs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our faith may be so strong that we are prepared to lose everything for Christ, knowing that He is our greatest treasure, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that cherishes the memory of the martyrs and strives to imitate their heroic fidelity and love for 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 who have died for their faith may receive the crown of righteousness and eternal life with Christ, 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 faithful steward of God's mysteries, preparing for the final judgment with good works and vigilant prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with justice and integrity, always mindful of their accountability before the King of kings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are living in sin or are unprepared for Christ's coming, that they may heed the call to repentance and conversion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live each day as if it were our last, striving to serve Christ in the least of our brothers and sisters, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a people ever watchful and ready, with hearts full of charity, awaiting the Lord's return in glory, 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 served Christ in the poor may now inherit the kingdom prepared for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with wisdom and fortitude as we approach the end of the liturgical year and anticipate Christ's final coming, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize that true judgment is based on love and mercy shown to others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted by selfishness or indifference to the needs of the poor, that their hearts may be converted to compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be found among those who neglected Christ in the hungry, the thirsty, or the imprisoned, but among those who served Him faithfully, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its active charity and its commitment to serving the least of Christ's brethren, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper commitment to practicing the corporal works of mercy.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to hear the words, 'Come, you blessed of my Father,' and enter eternal life, 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.