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 12, 2026

Thursday in the 3rd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Thursday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may find in prayer the strength and wisdom his ministry demands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That governing authorities may ensure fair access to clean water and sanitation for the world's most deprived communities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those in recovery from addiction who are fighting to stay sober one day at a time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be faithful to what we know is right even when it costs us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be genuinely welcoming to all who come in search of God, 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 the Church, that this season of Lent may deepen her prayer and renew her commitment to the poor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That heads of government may address homelessness as a structural failure and provide dignified shelter for those without it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those struggling with loneliness and isolation, especially the elderly who go days without speaking to another person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may embrace the discipline of fasting this Lent with a willing rather than a reluctant heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be known as a community of generous almsgiving, giving freely and without calculation, 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 weary of defending the right to life of every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may take concrete steps to reduce abortion rates and ensure mothers have the support they need to continue their pregnancies, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For unborn children in the final weeks of pregnancy threatened by late-term abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may name the reality of abortion honestly in our prayers and not treat it as unspeakable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may identify and reach out to pregnant women who need support and feel they have nowhere to turn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who work in crisis pregnancy centres offering practical care and hope.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be welcomed into 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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