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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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Thursday in the 2nd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 2nd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.For those who left the Church because of hurt or disappointment and have never found their way back, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That governing authorities may invest in accessible palliative care for all who face terminal illness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those facing a terminal diagnosis and the fear of what lies ahead, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may pray this week with real honesty about what we are carrying, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be known for its care of the elderly and those who live in isolation, 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 courage to proclaim Christ publicly, that Catholics may witness to their faith without embarrassment or apology, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That governing authorities may invest in early childhood provision and ensure every child has the foundations they need to learn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those struggling with loneliness and isolation, especially the elderly who have no one to call, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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

5.That our parish may reach those who have stopped coming to Mass 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.

For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may never grow silent about the right to life of the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may enact legislation protecting unborn children from abortion and reject any measure that would extend it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For unborn children of mothers struggling with addiction, who face double vulnerability from the moment of conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not remain silent when the lives of the unborn are dismissed or ignored, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be known as a place where mothers facing difficult pregnancies are welcomed and helped, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who offer care and practical support to pregnant women in difficulty.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may rest in the infinite mercy of God, 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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