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

Friday, November 28, 2025

Friday in the 34th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Friday in the 34th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be vigilant, watching for the signs of Christ's coming and preparing the way for His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and foresight, seeking the true good of their people and peace among nations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are living in darkness or fear, that the dawning light of Christ may bring them hope and salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may live as children of the light, rejecting the works of darkness and always ready to meet the Lord, 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, eagerly awaiting the fullness of God's reign, 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 looked for the coming of the Lord 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 approach 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 idle or distracted by worldly concerns, 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 to all, 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 and a new one begins.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may hear the joyful summons to enter the eternal kingdom prepared for them by our loving Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may keep watch for every unborn child, defending their right to see the light of day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be vigilant in protecting every human life from conception, rejecting the darkness of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the works of darkness that harm the unborn and embrace the light of Christ's truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may find hope and support, choosing to welcome the dawning life within them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people always ready to defend the unborn and to prepare the way for a culture that cherishes every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who tirelessly watch over and protect the lives of the unborn.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may see the eternal light of God's face, 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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