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

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Tuesday in the 1st Week of Advent

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General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 1st Week of Advent

Option 1

1.That the Church may always proclaim the joy of God's kingdom, a feast prepared for all peoples who turn to the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek to alleviate hunger and poverty, ensuring that all can share in the bounty of God's creation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are spiritually or physically hungry, that they may be satisfied by God's Word and by our generous charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may prepare for Christ's coming by sharing our blessings with those in need and by inviting all to His table, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the hungry are fed, the thirsty are given drink, and where all are welcomed to the feast of God's love, 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 may be welcomed to the eternal banquet of heaven, where all tears are wiped away, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church in its mission to invite all to the great supper of the Lamb, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize their deepest hunger is for God and find fulfillment in Him who alone can satisfy their hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are blind to God's presence or deaf to His call, that their senses may be opened to the wonders of His love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Advent preparations may include acts of service and compassion, making us true heralds of the coming King, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively seeks out the poor and marginalized, inviting them to share in the joy of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater spirit of generosity and outreach during this Advent season.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may feast with Christ in the eternal glory of His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always invite every unborn child to the feast of life, defending their right to be born and cherished, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may prepare a table of protection for every human life from conception, rejecting the barrenness of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a rejection of God's invitation to life and embrace His call to fruitfulness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be filled with joy and find support in choosing life, preparing to welcome their children to the banquet of love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people who actively work to ensure every unborn child is welcomed to the feast of life and protected from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to provide a feast of love and support for pregnant women and their children.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may rejoice at the eternal banquet of God's love, 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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