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
Sunday, June 7, 2026
THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST (Corpus Christi)
✚Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST
Option 1
1.That the Church, nourished by the Body and Blood of Christ, may be a sacrament of unity and a source of life for the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek to feed their people with justice and peace, inspired by Christ who gives Himself as food for all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who hunger for spiritual nourishment, that they may come to the Eucharist and find in Christ the true bread that satisfies their deepest longings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our reception of Holy Communion may transform us into living tabernacles of Christ's presence, making us His Body for the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, adoring the Most Holy Eucharist, may be a people united in love, strengthened for service, and filled with gratitude for this ineffable gift, 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 who were fed by the Bread of Life may now share in the eternal banquet of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all ministers of the Eucharist, that they may celebrate this sacred mystery with reverence and inspire deep devotion in the faithful, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may be drawn to Christ, the living Bread come down from heaven, and find in Him the source of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are unable to receive Holy Communion, that they may be united spiritually with Christ and receive His grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our adoration of the Blessed Sacrament may deepen our faith in Christ's real presence and lead us to greater charity and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our devotion to the Eucharist may make us a more Christ-like community, witnessing to His love and sacrifice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, to consecrate the Eucharist for God's people.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be nourished by the Bread of angels and welcomed into the eternal feast of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Solemnity is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may faithfully proclaim the Gospel and draw all people to Christ through her witness and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with justice and wisdom, seeking the common good and protecting the dignity of every person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who struggle to follow Christ in their daily lives, that they may find strength and encouragement in the community of faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may grow in holiness and discipleship, responding generously to God's call in all our actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be united in faith and charity, bearing witness to Christ's love in our world, 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 peace and rise in glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all shepherds of the Church, that they may guide God's people with wisdom and pastoral love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all people may come to know Jesus Christ and find in Him the fullness of truth and life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are searching for meaning or struggling with doubt, that they may encounter the living God and find peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live each day as faithful disciples, seeking to do God's will in all things, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a vibrant community of faith, hope, and charity, welcoming all who seek the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper commitment to prayer and the sacraments in our daily lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all our beloved dead may behold the face of God and rejoice in His eternal kingdom, 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.