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 9, 2025
Saint Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Juan Diego's humble faith and obedience to Our Lady of Guadalupe, may always be attentive to God's messengers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with humility and seek to uplift the poor and marginalized, as Mary requested of Juan Diego, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all indigenous peoples, that their faith and cultures may be respected, and that they may find hope and strength in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the simple faith of St. Juan Diego, believing in God's power to work through the lowly and to bring forth roses in winter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the message of Our Lady of Guadalupe is cherished and where all are committed to serving the poor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the Church in Mexico and all the Americas, under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who lived lives of humble faith may rejoice with St. Juan Diego in the presence of Mary and her Son, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be open to God's will revealed through humble instruments, like St. Juan Diego, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may protect the rights of the poor and ensure that their voices are heard, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel insignificant or unworthy, that St. Juan Diego's story may inspire them to trust in God's choice of them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Advent waiting may be filled with a childlike trust in Mary's intercession and a readiness to do God's will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that honors Our Lady of Guadalupe and strives to live her message of love and compassion, 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 welcomed by Our Lady into the eternal garden of her Son's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be a voice of comfort and hope, preparing the way for the Lord who comes to save His people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek to console the afflicted and work for justice and peace in our world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are suffering, anxious, or in despair, that they may hear the good news of God's coming and find comfort in His love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may use this Advent season to prepare our hearts through prayer and good works, making a straight path for the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the glory of the Lord is revealed and where all flesh sees the salvation of 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 who awaited God's consolation 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 lead the Church in joyful expectation of the Savior's birth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize the signs of God's coming and open their hearts to His transforming grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel lost in the wilderness of sin or doubt, that they may hear the call to repentance and find the path to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Advent preparations may include acts of kindness and service, leveling the mountains of pride and filling the valleys of despair, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively prepares for the Lord's coming, with hearts full of faith and hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayer and conversion during this holy season of Advent.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may see the salvation of God and enter into His everlasting 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.