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

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Friday in the 27th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Friday in the 27th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always proclaim Christ as the stronger one who binds the forces of evil and plunders its goods for the kingdom of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may resist the temptations of power and corruption, and work to build societies where justice and peace prevail, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For all who are struggling against sin or addictions, that they may find strength in Christ to overcome these strongholds, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be vigilant in guarding our hearts against evil, and cooperate with Christ in establishing His reign within us and around us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the power of Christ is evident, and where all are set free from the bondage of sin, 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 fought against evil in Christ's name may now share in His eternal victory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with the strength of Christ in confronting the evils of our time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may be freed from the dominion of darkness and come into the marvelous light of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are tempted to despair or to believe that evil is stronger than good, that their faith in Christ's power may be renewed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be instruments of Christ's peace and healing, bringing His light to those who are in darkness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively resists evil and witnesses to the transforming power of God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a greater reliance on the power of Christ in our daily struggles against sin.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may be delivered from every evil and brought safely into God's heavenly kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a strong warrior, binding the evil of abortion and proclaiming Christ's victory for every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may resist the powerful forces that promote abortion and instead defend the lives of the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a stronghold of evil and turn to Christ, the source of all life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may find in Christ the strength to overcome all pressures and to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people empowered by Christ to fight against the evil of abortion and to build a culture that cherishes every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who courageously battle the spiritual forces behind abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be freed by Christ into His eternal kingdom of peace and justice, 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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