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.
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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Saint Nereus and Saint Achilleus, martyrs / Saint Pancras, martyr
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: Red
General Intercessions for Saint Nereus and Saint Achilleus, martyrs
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by the steadfast faith of Saints Nereus and Achilleus, may always bear courageous witness to Christ, even in times of trial, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may uphold justice and protect the innocent from violence and persecution, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who suffer for their Christian faith, that they may be strengthened by the example of the martyrs and persevere in love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to renounce worldly comforts and embrace the cost of discipleship for the sake of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with conviction and where all support those who suffer for righteousness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are persecuted for their faith in our own time.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who shed their blood for Christ may rejoice with Saints Nereus and Achilleus in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.That the Church, inspired by the youthful courage of Saint Pancras, may always be a beacon of faith and hope for young people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may protect the young and ensure they have opportunities to grow in virtue and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all young Christians, that they may be strong in their faith and willing to bear witness to Christ, even in the face of adversity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the courage to stand for our beliefs and to defend the truth of the Gospel with love and conviction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may nurture the faith of its young members, encouraging them to live holy and courageous lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all young people in our parish, that they may grow in wisdom and grace.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who died young in the faith may rejoice with St. Pancras in the eternal youth of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may welcome the Advocate Christ sends—knowing that his departure to the Father was not abandonment but the gift that makes the Spirit's coming possible, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be open to the conviction the Spirit works in human hearts—convicting the world of sin, of righteousness, and of the final condemnation of every evil, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are hardened in unbelief, that the Spirit whom Christ has sent may convict them with gentle power, leading them from sin to the righteousness that comes from faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may trust that Christ's going to the Father is not loss but gain—for in that departure he sends the very Spirit of God to live within us and lead us into all truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish, filled with the Advocate Christ has sent, may be a community where the Spirit's convicting and renewing work is evident in changed hearts, deeper faith, and joyful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those preparing for Confirmation, that the Holy Spirit may come upon them with power and conviction.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may dwell with Christ who went to the Father, and with the Advocate he promised to send, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that the Advocate Christ sends may convict the world through him—calling the Church to be a voice of truth in a world that has lost its way, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may hear the Spirit's testimony: Christ has gone to the Father in victory, the ruler of this world is condemned, and eternal life awaits those who believe, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who struggle with guilt or a sense of condemnation, that they may understand the Spirit's work: conviction leads not to despair but to conversion and the righteousness that comes from believing in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not grieve Christ's departure from visible presence but rejoice—knowing that his going to the Father is the very source of the Advocate's coming to dwell in us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our local church, that the work of the Holy Spirit—convicting, transforming, and renewing—may be constantly sought in our prayer, our formation, and our mission outreach, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who feel convicted by the Spirit of some sin or failing, that they may receive the gift of repentance and the peace of absolution.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died believing in Christ may now dwell with the one who went to the Father and sent the Advocate, 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.