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 8, 2025

THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

✚Solemnity

Liturgical Color: White

General Intercessions for THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

Option 1

1.That the Church, looking to Mary, conceived without sin, may always be a beacon of purity, holiness, and hope in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may seek to create societies free from the stain of sin and injustice, promoting the dignity of every human person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who struggle with sin and temptation, that through Mary's intercession, they may receive the grace of repentance and a pure heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may imitate Mary's perfect obedience and her 'yes' to God's will, striving to live lives free from sin and full of grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community, celebrating Mary's Immaculate Conception, may be a people dedicated to purity of heart and unwavering faith in God, 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, through the merits of Christ and the prayers of Mary, may be cleansed from all sin and enter eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide the faithful in the path of holiness, inspired by Mary, the Immaculate Conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all humanity may recognize the beauty of God's grace and the possibility of a life lived in freedom from sin, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are despairing or feel overwhelmed by their sinfulness, that Mary, Mother of Mercy, may lead them to her Son's forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our devotion to Mary Immaculate may inspire us to a greater hatred for sin and a more ardent love for virtue, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that cherishes the gift of Mary, our sinless Mother, and strives to imitate her perfect love for God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper understanding of the dogma of the Immaculate Conception and its meaning for our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be presented by Mary, full of grace, to her Son in the kingdom of heaven, 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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