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

Sunday, December 28, 2025

THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

✦Feast

Liturgical Color: White

General Intercessions for THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

Option 1

1.That the Church, as the family of God, may always be a model of love, prayer, and mutual support, like the Holy Family of Nazareth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may promote policies that strengthen families and protect the sanctity of marriage and family life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all families, especially those facing difficulties, division, or hardship, that they may find strength, healing, and unity in the example and intercession of the Holy Family, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may cherish our own families, striving to make our homes places of love, forgiveness, and prayer, where Christ is always present, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a true family of families, supporting one another in living out our Christian vocation within the home, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For parents, that they may be guided by the wisdom of Mary and Joseph in raising their children.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all the faithful departed who lived as members of God's family on earth may now rejoice with the Holy Family in heaven, 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 spiritual fathers, nurturing the family of the Church with love and care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That civil society may recognize the family as the fundamental cell of society and work to protect its rights and well-being, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For children, that they may grow in wisdom, age, and grace before God and man, like the child Jesus in the Holy Family, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That our homes may be domestic churches, where faith is passed on, virtues are cultivated, and the love of God is the center of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively supports family life and provides resources for parents and children to grow in holiness together, 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 welcomed into the eternal family of God, where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph reign, 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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