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

Friday, December 19, 2025

Advent Weekday (December 19 - O Root of Jesse)

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General Intercessions for Advent Weekday (December 19 - O Root of Jesse)

Option 1

1.For families as domestic churches, that parents may pass on faith to their children with joy and conviction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who make economic policy may reduce inequality and ensure that the poorest have access to decent living conditions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For the bereaved, especially those who have lost a child or a loved one to sudden or traumatic death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That God may help us to love what is good and turn away from what is not, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be a place where honest questions about faith are welcomed and not silenced, 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 peace and mercy of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For survivors of abuse within the Church, that they may find justice, healing, and communities willing to walk with them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those responsible for international peace may persist in diplomatic efforts to end ongoing armed conflicts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For veterans and those traumatised by military service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That God may renew our longing for him this Advent and teach us not to fill that longing with lesser things, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be known this Advent season as a community of genuine welcome for those who have been away, 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 come to the peace that passes all understanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may defend every human life with consistency and compassion, from the unborn to the elderly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That legislators may reject abortion and instead enact laws that protect unborn children and support women in difficult pregnancies, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For the elderly who face pressure to end their lives prematurely, that they may know their lives have worth and that they are loved, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may stand with those who are most vulnerable, from the smallest child to the frailest elder, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may build a culture that values every life, supporting pregnant mothers and caring for the dying with equal dedication, 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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