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

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Advent Weekday (December 17)

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General Intercessions for Advent Weekday (December 17 - O Wisdom)

Option 1

1.For digital evangelization, that the Church may use new means to share the Gospel with those it cannot otherwise reach, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those responsible for health care and mental health services may fund care adequately and ensure access for all who need it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those addicted to alcohol, drugs, or other dependencies, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may bring to God the things we are carrying that we have not yet named even to ourselves, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our community may be a place where people experiencing addiction and recovery find genuine acceptance and 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 priests, that they may minister with genuine wisdom and patience, even in the hardest pastoral situations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those in authority may protect freedom of religion and conscience for all, especially minorities whose beliefs make them vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For children and young people in care, in danger, or in vulnerable situations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That God may give us wisdom to know what truly matters this Advent and the courage to let go of what does not, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may prepare with joy and simplicity this Advent season, making room for what is truly holy, 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 into the perfect wisdom and light of God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may teach the sanctity of every human life from conception with the wisdom and compassion given her by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may seek wisdom in protecting every unborn child and reject legislation that permits abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For families who are caring for children with serious disabilities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may grow in wisdom to see every human life, however small or fragile, as a gift beyond price, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may defend the unborn with courage and welcome every child with love, 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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