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 27, 2025

Thanksgiving Day

·Thanksgiving Day

Liturgical Color: White or Green

General Intercessions for Thanksgiving Day

Option 1

1.That the Church may always give thanks to God for His abundant blessings and share His gifts generously with all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That our nation's leaders may govern with gratitude for our freedoms and work to ensure that all citizens can share in the bounty of our land, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are poor, hungry, or lonely on this day of thanksgiving, that they may receive the help they need and experience the warmth of Christian charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may cultivate a spirit of gratitude in our hearts, recognizing God as the source of all good things and expressing our thanks through lives of service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community and our families may be filled with joy and thanksgiving as we gather to celebrate God's goodness to us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a safe and joyful Thanksgiving holiday for all.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all the faithful departed who gave thanks to God in their lives may now share in the eternal banquet of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all Church leaders, that they may inspire us to live lives of gratitude and praise to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That our nation may always remember its foundations in faith and continue to be a land of opportunity and freedom under God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who find it difficult to give thanks due to hardship or sorrow, that they may find comfort in God's abiding presence and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Thanksgiving feasts may be shared with those in need, and that our gratitude may overflow into acts of generosity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish community may be a true family of God, always giving thanks for His countless blessings and sharing them with others, 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 gone before us may join the saints in giving eternal thanks and praise to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may give thanks for the precious gift of every human life, from conception, and defend it with unwavering resolve, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That our nation, in gratitude for its blessings, may protect every unborn child from the tragedy of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may give thanks for the gift of life and reject the culture of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be filled with gratitude for the new life within them and receive the support to cherish that gift, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people of thanksgiving, actively working to protect every unborn child and support a culture that welcomes life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who give thanks to God by defending His gift of human life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may give eternal thanks to God in His heavenly 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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