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
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
USA: Saint Katharine Drexel, virgin
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for USA: Saint Katharine Drexel, virgin
Option 1
1.That the Church may follow the example of Saint Katharine Drexel in recognizing the dignity of every person and working to overcome racial injustice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may work to eliminate discrimination and promote equality and justice for all people, especially minorities and the marginalized, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who work in education and missionary work among Native Americans and African Americans, that they may be strengthened in their service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the generous heart of Saint Katharine, dedicating our resources and talents to serving the poor and advancing God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where all people are welcomed, valued, and treated with dignity regardless of their race or background, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For religious communities dedicated to education and service to the poor.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who worked for racial justice and equality may rejoice with St. Katharine in God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all religious, that they may follow St. Katharine's example of Eucharistic devotion and service to the marginalized, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may overcome the sin of racism and build communities founded on respect for the equal dignity of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who suffer from poverty, discrimination, or lack of educational opportunity, that they may find hope and advocates like St. Katharine, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may grow in our love for the Blessed Sacrament, drawing from it the strength to serve others as St. Katharine did, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of radical generosity and inclusive love, following St. Katharine's witness, 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 died may share in the eternal joy that St. Katharine now enjoys, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may faithfully embrace the Lenten call to prayer, fasting, and conversion of heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be guided by principles of justice and work for the common good of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with temptation, that they may find strength in Christ to overcome evil and choose good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten disciplines may purify our intentions and lead us to a deeper love for God and neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of sincere repentance and mutual support on our Lenten journey, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of perseverance in our Lenten commitments.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, may rest in peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that his leadership may inspire us to live this Lenten season with renewed fervor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may turn from violence and seek the path of peace and reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are burdened by sin or guilt, that they may experience the liberating power of God's forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our fasting may lead to a greater hunger for God's Word, and our almsgiving may be a true expression of charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of prayerful disciples, actively preparing for the celebration of Easter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are sick or suffering, that they may unite their trials with the Passion of Christ.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be cleansed by Christ's sacrifice and welcomed into His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may continue to proclaim the sanctity of every human life and call us all to conversion from the sin of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may turn from supporting abortion and instead protect every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may overcome the temptation to abort and choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers who face difficult circumstances may find strength and support to welcome their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of sincere commitment to the Gospel of Life, offering compassion and practical help to mothers in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work to help mothers and fathers choose life for their children.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be cleansed by Christ's mercy and welcomed into eternal life, 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.