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

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tuesday in the 1st Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 1st Week of Lent

Option 1

1.For priests facing burnout and loneliness, that they may find in the Eucharist the renewal they cannot find elsewhere, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That civil authorities in regions of armed conflict may be moved to negotiate ceasefires and open corridors of humanitarian aid for those who are trapped, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For parents who have lost a child to suicide and carry that grief silently, unable to speak of it even to those closest to them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That God may draw us to prayer this Lent even when we are too distracted or discouraged to seek him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may reach those who have drifted from the faith and make it easy for them to return, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may have the wisdom to guide the Church through a complex and divided moment and the courage to lead without compromise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That leaders of nations may protect the rights of workers, enforcing fair wages and safe conditions so that no one is exploited for another's profit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those trapped in cycles of domestic violence for whom home is not a place of safety, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may bring before God this Lent the burdens we have been too proud or too afraid to name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our community may support families going through difficulty and not leave them to struggle alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a renewed commitment to prayer in our homes during this Lenten season.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be received into the arms of the Father who knew their needs before they asked, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may proclaim the sanctity of every human life as an article of faith and not merely a political position, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That legislators may have the courage to vote for the protection of unborn children from abortion, even when it costs them popularity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For unborn children who are wanted but whose parents feel too financially desperate to believe they can provide for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may ask ourselves this Lent what concrete sacrifice we are willing to make to support a mother who cannot see how to keep her child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may make it known that we are a community where unexpected pregnancy is met with help and not with shame, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For those who staff and fund crisis pregnancy centres.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all children lost to abortion may rest in the tender mercy of the God who called them into being, 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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