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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3. Edit if Needed: Use "Edit" to customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Saturday in the 3rd Week of Lent

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General Intercessions for Saturday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1

1.For those who have drifted from the Church through hurt or betrayal, that they may find their way home and encounter the mercy of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That governing authorities may respect and protect freedom of conscience for all citizens, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those living with severe anxiety, for whom ordinary daily tasks have become a hidden burden, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may find the grace to forgive those who have hurt us, releasing resentment before another day passes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may walk beside families going through difficulty, offering practical support and steady friendship, 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 the faithful departed may rest in the peace and mercy of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For the Church, that the practice of almsgiving may open our eyes to the poverty on our very doorstep and move us to act, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That governing authorities may invest in long-term programmes to support the unemployed and restore dignity to those without work, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those in prison who are nearing release but have nowhere to go, that practical support and community welcome may meet them at the gate, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may receive the sacrament of Reconciliation this Lent and know the joy of returning to the Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may not let this Lenten season pass without growing in genuine care for one another, 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 be silent about the right of every unborn child to live, and may speak that truth with courage and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may reject abortion on the grounds of disability and uphold the equal dignity of every human being from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For women who feel that abortion is their only option because they have no partner, no financial support, and no family to turn to, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may speak about abortion not with anger but with grief and love, witnessing to the dignity of every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may provide concrete help to mothers who feel they cannot continue a pregnancy, so that no woman faces that choice alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who minister in post-abortion healing programs.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be held in God's merciful embrace, where all is reconciled in Christ, 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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