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

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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

Monday, January 19, 2026

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General Intercessions for Weekday

Option 1

1.That the Church may continue its mission of evangelization with renewed vigor in this Ordinary Time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all who hold public office may serve with honesty and a commitment to the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are beginning a new week of work or study, that they may find joy and fulfillment in their endeavors, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may seek to grow in holiness through our daily prayers, actions, and interactions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a beacon of Christ's love and mercy to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For those who are unemployed or seeking new opportunities.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in God's eternal peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be sustained by the prayers of the faithful in his ministry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That peace may prevail in places of conflict and that dialogue may replace violence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel discouraged or overwhelmed by their responsibilities, that they may find strength in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be faithful to our commitments and fulfill our duties with diligence and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community of faith where all are welcomed and encouraged, 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 gone before us in faith may be granted eternal rest, 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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