General Intercessions for Sunday Mass - Advance Preparation
Prepare for this Sunday's Mass with our carefully crafted general intercessions. These universal prayers, also known as prayers of the faithful, are designed specifically for Sunday liturgy and provided in advance for optimal liturgy coordination and lector preparation.
π How to Use These Sunday Intercessions
1. Advanced Planning: Access intercessions for upcoming Sundays to prepare in advance.
2. Browse All Sundays: Use the calendar to view intercessions for any Sunday throughout the year.
3. Download & Edit: Get PDF versions or customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.
4. Lector Ready: Print formatted versions perfect for proclamation during Sunday Mass.
General Intercessions for Sunday Mass
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3 days until this Sunday Mass
Sunday, January 5, 2025
USA: Saint John Neumann, Bishop
βMemorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for Saint John Neumann, Bishop
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. John Neumann's zeal for souls, may continue to proclaim the Gospel with missionary fervor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may invest in education that forms young people as well-rounded citizens and not merely future workers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For immigrants arriving in an unfamiliar country without language, contacts, or resources, that they may find the practical help they need to begin again, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may receive the Eucharist with genuine reverence and not merely out of habit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be enriched by Catholic schools and catechetical programs that form disciples of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all Catholic schools, teachers, and students in our diocese.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all bishops who have served the Church faithfully may receive the crown of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may shepherd their flocks with the pastoral charity of St. John Neumann, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may protect religious freedom and support the important work of faith-based education, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those in the early weeks of living in a new country, navigating an unfamiliar language, system, and culture, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may grow in our love for the Eucharist and frequent the sacraments with devotion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a place where all feel welcome and are formed in the Catholic faith, 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 who dedicated their lives to Catholic education may rejoice in God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church, still radiant with the light of Epiphany, may bring Christ's salvation to the ends of the earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be guided by the star of truth and work for peace among all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are housebound and unable to attend Mass, missing the sacraments they once received, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may offer our gifts and talents in service to Christ and His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may reach those who have quietly drifted away and are unlikely to return on their own, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those beginning new endeavors or studies.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have completed their earthly pilgrimage may behold the face of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with wisdom as it navigates the complexities of the modern world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all governments may respect religious freedom and the rights of conscience, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel that their past has put them beyond forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be attentive to the promptings of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of fervent prayer and active charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the unity of all Christians.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all our departed brothers and sisters may be enlightened by the eternal Word, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
About Our Sunday Mass Intercessions
Our general intercessions for Sunday Mass are specially crafted by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario. Each set of Sunday intercessions reflects the solemnity and universal scope appropriate for the principal weekly celebration of the Catholic Church.
ποΈ Advance Preparation
Access next Sunday's intercessions from Monday onward, providing ample time for liturgy coordination, lector preparation, and parish customization.
βͺ Sunday-Focused
Crafted specifically for the principal weekly liturgy, reflecting the greater solemnity and broader congregation of Sunday Mass celebrations.
π Liturgically Sound
Each intercession follows the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) guidelines and addresses the four traditional categories of universal prayer.
π― Parish-Ready
Formatted for immediate use by lectors and easily customizable for specific parish needs and local concerns while maintaining liturgical integrity.