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

Monday, December 1, 2025

Monday in the 1st Week of Advent

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General Intercessions for Monday in the 1st Week of Advent

Option 1

1.That the Church, in this season of Advent, may be a people of watchful hope, preparing for the coming of Christ our Savior, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and peace, creating a world where all can await the Lord's coming with serenity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are living in darkness or despair, that the light of Advent may dawn in their hearts and bring them the hope of salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may use this holy season to turn away from sin, to deepen our prayer lives, and to prepare a worthy dwelling for Christ in our hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of fervent prayer and joyful expectation as we await the celebration of the Lord's birth, 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 in faith 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 inspire us to a holy observance of Advent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize the signs of Christ's coming and prepare their hearts to receive Him as their King and Redeemer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are spiritually asleep or indifferent to God's call, that this Advent season may awaken them to repentance and faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Advent practices of prayer, penance, and charity may help us to stay alert and be ready to meet the Lord at any hour, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that lives in the joyful hope of Christ's return, with our lamps burning brightly with love and good works, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayer and vigilance during this Advent season.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may hear the Lord's call on the last day and rise to meet Him in glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, in this Advent season of waiting, may be a tireless advocate for every unborn child, awaiting their birth with love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may prepare the way for the Lord by 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 recognize the coming of Christ in every unborn child and embrace His gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be filled with Advent hope and courage, cherishing the new life within them as a sign of God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people of watchful prayer and action, working to end abortion and to welcome every child as a gift from God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who advocate for the unborn, that their Advent hope may inspire their efforts for life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be welcomed by Christ at His coming into His eternal kingdom of light and peace, 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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