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
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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Saturday, December 27, 2025
SAINT JOHN, APOSTLE AND EVANGELIST
✦Feast
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for SAINT JOHN, APOSTLE AND EVANGELIST
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. John, the beloved disciple, may always rest on the heart of Christ and proclaim His divine love to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be guided by the light of God's Word and seek to build societies founded on truth and charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all theologians, writers, and those who contemplate the mysteries of faith, that they may be filled with the wisdom and insight of St. John, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep and personal love for Jesus, remaining close to Him in prayer and allowing His Word to dwell richly in us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, honoring St. John, may be a people who live in the light of Christ and love one another as He has loved us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding and love of Sacred Scripture, especially St. John's Gospel.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who loved Christ ardently may now behold Him face to face with St. John in eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be true disciples of love, like St. John, caring for the flock entrusted to them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may come to know Christ, the Word made flesh, who dwelt among us full of grace and truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with doubt or who find it difficult to believe, that St. John's witness to the risen Lord may strengthen their faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our love for one another may be a clear sign to the world that we are Christ's disciples, as St. John taught, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community where the love of God is deeply experienced and generously shared with all, 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 by Christ, the beloved Son, into the eternal embrace of the Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Feast is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may continue to adore the mystery of the Incarnation, God made man for our salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be inspired by the peace of Christmas to work for harmony among all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are celebrating this Christmas Octave, that their hearts may be filled with the joy and wonder of Christ's birth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may carry the light of Christ in our hearts, sharing His love and peace with everyone we meet, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the true spirit of Christmas continues to shine brightly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For families, that they may be strengthened by the example of the Holy Family.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may share in the eternal joy of Christ's nativity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with the wisdom and humility of the Christ Child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may welcome Jesus into their hearts, recognizing Him as the Prince of Peace and Savior of the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are poor or suffering this Christmas, that they may experience the comfort and hope of Emmanuel, God-with-us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That the simplicity of the manger may inspire us to detach from worldly vanities and seek the true riches of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that lives in the joy of Christ's presence, always ready to serve Him in others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of continued thanksgiving for the gift of God's Son.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be brought by the angels to adore the newborn King in heaven, 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.