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, January 18, 2026

SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

·Sunday

Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for the SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church throughout the world may faithfully proclaim the joy of the Gospel and the transforming power of God's Love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may be guided by a spirit of service and promote justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For families in which a serious illness has changed everything, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be attentive to God's call in the ordinary circumstances of our lives and respond with generosity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may support those who are struggling rather than waiting for them to ask, 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 share in the eternal banquet of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with wisdom and holiness in its mission to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who govern may fulfil their obligations to poorer nations, investing in the international cooperation that genuine peace requires, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For young people who have grown up without any religious faith and have never encountered it as something real, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may use our gifts and talents to serve others, reflecting the love and mercy of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community genuinely transformed by the Eucharist it celebrates each week, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died in the peace of Christ may be welcomed into the joy of His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a steadfast defender of the sanctity of all human life, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be enlightened to protect every human life, especially the most vulnerable among us, the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For every unborn child whose life is at risk, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That those who are elderly, sick, or disabled may receive loving care that affirms their inherent dignity, rejecting all forms of euthanasia, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be known for welcoming and supporting mothers who find pregnancy difficult or frightening, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work in crisis pregnancy centers and for those who advocate for the legal protection of the unborn.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children who have died without the grace of baptism may be entrusted to God's infinite love and mercy, 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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