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

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Christmas Weekday

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Liturgical Color: White

General Intercessions for Christmas Weekday

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a light to the nations, drawing all people to the truth of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That leaders of governments may be guided by principles of justice and work for the well-being of all citizens, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For parents whose adult children have walked away from the faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be honest with God about the parts of our lives we are most reluctant to bring to Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of genuine Christian fellowship and mutual 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 enter into the eternal joy of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be strengthened in his ministry of shepherding God's flock, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who govern may address the conditions of poverty and injustice from which violence grows, rather than responding to its symptoms alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who have stopped believing and find the idea of return too distant or too difficult, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be generous in forgiving others, just as God has forgiven us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a genuine place of worship, service, and mutual care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For those who are discerning their vocation in life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died in Christ may be raised to glory on the last day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may consistently defend the dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who govern may enact and enforce laws that protect unborn children from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a change of heart in those who support or participate in abortion, that they may recognize the sanctity of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those facing end-of-life decisions may choose compassionate care over euthanasia or assisted suicide, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may foster a culture that values and supports every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work to provide alternatives to abortion and support for pregnant women.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all children lost before birth may be held in God's eternal love, 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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