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.
2. Download PDF: Click "Download PDF" to get a formatted copy for your lector or liturgy coordinator.
3. Edit if Needed: Use "Edit" to customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.
4. Browse Other Dates: Use the calendar to access intercessions for any date throughout the year.

General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Thursday, January 21, 2027

Saint Agnes, Virgin and Martyr

●Memorial
Liturgical Color: Red

General Intercessions for Saint Agnes, Virgin and Martyr

Memorial | Liturgical Color: Red

Option 1

1.For those discerning a vocation, that they may receive wise guidance and the freedom to answer God's call, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.For communities divided by racism or prejudice, that public leadership and courageous friendship may help restore justice and trust, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For parents facing an unexpected pregnancy or a difficult diagnosis, that compassionate care and practical support may surround them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.For young people facing pressure to betray their conscience, that Saint Agnes' courage may strengthen their freedom and faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For the faithful departed, especially N., that they may share the joy of the resurrection and the fullness of life with 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.