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

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.For deeper Eucharistic faith in the Church, that reverence at Mass may flow into reverence for human life in all its forms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That governments may enforce fair wages and protect workers from exploitation and unsafe working conditions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For families broken by divorce or long estrangement, especially children caught between parents who cannot speak to one another, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may not hold on to resentment we have been carrying for too long, 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.

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 healing after the scandals within the Church, that honest accountability may rebuild the trust that was destroyed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That governing authorities may invest in mental health services and ensure they are accessible to all regardless of income, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those living with long-term physical illness who carry each day with quiet endurance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That God may draw us to prayer even when we are too exhausted and distracted to seek him, 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 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 be tireless in speaking and praying for every child threatened by abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That legislators may redirect public funding away from abortion and toward supporting mothers and families, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For mothers who feel pressure from partners or family to end their pregnancies, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may fast one day this Lent specifically for the protection of unborn life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be known as a community that walks with mothers through pregnancy and beyond, 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 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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