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.

📖 How to Use These General Intercessions

1. Choose Your Option: Browse the available intercession options for today's Mass.

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3. Edit if Needed: Use "Edit" to customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Advent

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General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Advent

Option 1

1.For unity amid ideological divisions within the Church, that charity may prove stronger than disagreement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who make economic policy may ensure that affordable housing is available for families on low incomes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For young people overwhelmed by anxiety about the future or climate change, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That God may draw us deeper into prayer and help us be faithful to it even when we are tired, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be a community where those going through difficulty find genuine support, 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 rest in the mercy and peace of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may call the Church to genuine repentance and renewal with pastoral courage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who set education policy may invest in children from the earliest years and close the gap between the richest and poorest schools, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those facing terminal illness and those who care for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That this Advent may be a time of genuine examination of conscience and sincere repentance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation generously this Advent season and make it easy to access, 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 find in God's mercy all that they could not find here, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may call society to embrace God's will for every human life and be a courageous voice against abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may turn from enacting laws that permit the killing of unborn children and instead work to protect them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For women facing unwanted pressure to abort, that they may find protection, support, and the freedom to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be strengthened to say yes to the gift of life and find the Church ready to walk with them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be a community that actively builds a culture of life, defending the unborn and welcoming every child, 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 rest in the mercy of God, 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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