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.

2. Download PDF: Click "Download PDF" to get a formatted copy for your lector or liturgy coordinator.

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, February 16, 2026

Monday in the 6th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Monday in the 6th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may continue to spread the Good News with courage and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all who hold public office may work for justice and promote the dignity of every human person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are facing their first week back at work after a serious bereavement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That God may give us the grace to serve him in the ordinary duties of this day rather than waiting for some more heroic moment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place of strong faith and active charity that draws people in rather than shutting them out, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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

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

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be guided by the Holy Spirit in his leadership of the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who govern may address the root causes of poverty and inequality that fuel conflict and displacement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those trapped in a cycle of debt and financial desperation with no way out, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be attentive to the needs of those around us and quick to offer a helping hand, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a welcoming family of faith, where all are nourished by Word and Sacrament, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all families in our community, that they may grow in love and faithfulness.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be brought into the light of God's eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may faithfully proclaim the Gospel of Life and defend the dignity of every human person from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may enact laws that protect unborn children from abortion and safeguard the elderly from euthanasia, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For unborn children at every stage of development whose mothers see no way forward, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be the kind of community where no woman feels she has to choose between her child and her future, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may actively promote the Gospel of Life through prayer, education, and compassionate outreach, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all pro-life advocates and pregnancy resource centers in their life-saving work.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent lives lost to abortion, euthanasia, or violence may rest in God's merciful embrace, 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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