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
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Saint Francis Xavier, priest
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Francis Xavier, priest
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Francis Xavier's tireless missionary zeal, may always be eager to bring the Gospel to the ends of the earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may promote religious freedom and create environments where the faith can be freely proclaimed and lived, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all missionaries, especially those who work in difficult or dangerous lands, that they may be filled with the courage and love of St. Francis Xavier, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep love for souls and a desire to share the gift of our faith with those who do not yet know Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the missionary spirit is alive and where all are encouraged to be apostles of the New Evangelization, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the Church in Asia and for an increase in vocations to the missions.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who dedicated their lives to spreading the Gospel may rejoice with St. Francis Xavier in God's eternal kingdom, 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 Church with the apostolic boldness and missionary vision of St. Francis Xavier, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may respect the rights of missionaries and protect them from harm as they carry out their sacred duty, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are resistant to the Gospel message or hostile to the Church, that their hearts may be converted by God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Advent preparations may include a renewed commitment to prayer and support for the Church's missionary activities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively participates in the Church's mission ad gentes, both spiritually and materially, 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 may be brought by Christ into the eternal company of the saints and apostles, 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 people of faith, trusting in God's power to heal and save, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek wisdom and guidance from God in their governance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are blind to God's truth or deaf to His call, that this Advent season may open their hearts and minds to faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may approach Christ with expectant faith, believing that He can do great things for us and in us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is strong and where all are encouraged to bring their needs to the Lord in prayer, 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 lived by faith may now see God face to face in His eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his faith may inspire the whole Church to greater trust in God's promises, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize their need for a Savior and turn to Christ with hearts full of faith and hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose faith is weak or wavering, that they may be strengthened by the witness of our community, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Advent journey may be a true pilgrimage of faith, leading us to a deeper encounter with the coming Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community where faith is nurtured, hope is renewed, and charity abounds, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater outpouring of the gift of faith upon all people.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in faith may be welcomed into the eternal light of God's presence, 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.