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

1. Choose Your Option: Browse the available intercession options for today's Mass.

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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

Sunday, June 21, 2026

TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Liturgical Color: Green

General Intercessions for TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may proclaim the Gospel without fear, trusting the Lord who knows every sparrow and every hair of our heads, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That those who govern may defend the innocent, protect the persecuted, and act with courage when truth is costly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are slandered, threatened, or afraid, that God who rescues the life of the poor from the power of the wicked may be their strength, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may acknowledge Christ before others in our words, choices, and daily witness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our parish may be a community of courage, where fear gives way to trust in the Father's care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For Christians persecuted for professing Christ publicly.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all the faithful departed may be acknowledged by Christ before the Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may speak in the light what Christ entrusts to the Church and lead without fear, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That nations may reject intimidation and violence, and uphold the dignity of every person under God's care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those living with anxiety, persecution, or hidden suffering, that the Father's tender knowledge of them may bring peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may trust grace more than sin and life more than death, receiving the gift won for us in Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our local community, that we may stand beside those who are afraid and help them recover courage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who defend truth in difficult circumstances.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may rest in the fearless love 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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