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 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.That the Church may always be a community of joyful repentance, turning from sin and embracing God's merciful call to new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and integrity, seeking the true good of their people and not their own selfish interests, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who have strayed from God's path, that this Advent may be a time of conversion and a return to the Father's loving embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not be like those who say 'yes' to God but fail to do His will, but rather strive for authentic obedience in our daily lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where repentance is practiced, forgiveness is sought, and all are encouraged to live in God's grace, 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 repented of their sins may now rejoice in God's eternal mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a strong voice calling the Church and the world to ongoing conversion and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize their need for God's forgiveness and turn to Him with contrite and humble hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are struggling with habitual sin or who feel trapped by their past, that they may find freedom and new beginnings in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our Advent preparations may include a sincere examination of conscience and a firm purpose of amendment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively supports its members in their journey of repentance and growth in virtue, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater participation in the Sacrament of Reconciliation during this Advent season.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be found among those who did the Father's will and inherit the kingdom prepared for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may call our society to repent from the sin of abortion and to embrace God's will for every human life, 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 a profound conversion of hearts, that all who have supported or participated in abortion may seek God's mercy and forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be empowered to say 'yes' to God's will by choosing life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people of true repentance, actively working to end abortion and to build a culture that cherishes every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who offer prayers and sacrifices for the conversion of those involved in the abortion industry.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may find justice and peace in God's eternal kingdom of mercy, 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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