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.

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

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General Intercessions for Tuesday of the Twenty-Fifth Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church, gathered by Christ to hear and act on the Word of God, may truly live as His family, bound not by blood but by faithful discipleship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That heads of government may expand access to affordable housing for low-income families, ensuring that no household is forced to live without safe and stable shelter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who feel cut off from family or community, lonely and without belonging, that they may find in the Church a true family gathered around Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may receive the Word of God with honesty and allow it to shape our choices and relationships this week, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may truly listen to Christ, act on His teaching, and belong to one another in His name, 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 heard the Word and acted on it may now rejoice in the eternal presence of the Lord they followed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church as a true family of the Word, gathered around Christ, listening together, and going forth in His name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That migration authorities may implement humane policies for family reunification, keeping separated families together and treating every case with dignity and care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those estranged from family, from the Church, or from God, that they may hear Christ's invitation to return and find belonging again among those who follow Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may hear the Word of God with open hearts and allow it to shape how we treat every person we encounter today, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a place where the Word of God is truly heard and translated into deeds of justice, mercy, and love in our daily lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a more attentive listening to God's Word in our homes and in our community.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the eternal family of God, where all who heard the Word and acted on it will live forever, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, as the family of those who hear God's Word and act on it, may stand with every mother and child in need, embracing as our own all whom the world would turn away, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may enact legislation opposing abortion and protecting the unborn, defending those who have no voice in the halls of power, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For women in crisis pregnancies who feel they have no family to stand with them, that they may find in the Church a community ready to welcome them with genuine and practical love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may move beyond hearing the Gospel of life to acting on it through prayer, practical support, and genuine care for mothers and children in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may hear the cry of the unborn and of mothers in need, and respond with the practical love and generosity of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For pregnancy resource centers, foster and adoptive families, and all who give a home to the vulnerable.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children whose lives were cut short before birth may be welcomed into the eternal family 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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