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.

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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass

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Sunday, May 25, 2025

6th SUNDAY OF EASTER

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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for the 6th SUNDAY OF EASTER

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be guided by the Holy Spirit, the Advocate, in bearing witness to Christ and proclaiming His love to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be open to the Spirit of truth and govern with wisdom, justice, and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are preparing for Confirmation or seeking a deeper outpouring of the Holy Spirit, that they may be filled with His gifts and fruits, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live in Christ's love by keeping His commandments, and so prepare our hearts to be a dwelling place for the Holy Trinity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, enlivened by the Holy Spirit, may be a place of fervent faith, joyful hope, and active charity, 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 lived by the Spirit may now rejoice in the eternal communion of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit and lead the Church with courage and pastoral love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may receive the Advocate, the Spirit of truth, and be drawn into the mystery of God's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel orphaned or alone, that they may experience the comforting presence of the Holy Spirit and the love of our Christian family, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Easter faith may make us eager to receive the Holy Spirit more fully, empowering us to be Christ's witnesses to the ends of the earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community transformed by the Holy Spirit, always growing in love for God and one another, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a new Pentecost in the Church and in our own lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be brought by the Spirit into the glorious presence of the Most Holy Trinity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, filled with the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of Life, may advocate for every unborn child's right to live and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may be guided by the Spirit of Truth to protect every human life from conception by rejecting abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize abortion as a grieving of the Holy Spirit and embrace His gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may be filled with the Spirit's peace and courage, choosing to keep God's commandment to love by welcoming their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, empowered by the Advocate, may be a steadfast defender of the unborn and a source of support for a culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who pray for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the pro-life movement.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be filled with the eternal life of the Holy Spirit in the presence of God, 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.

🗓️ Advance Preparation

Access next Sunday's intercessions from Monday onward, providing ample time for liturgy coordination, lector preparation, and parish customization.

⛪ Sunday-Focused

Crafted specifically for the principal weekly liturgy, reflecting the greater solemnity and broader congregation of Sunday Mass celebrations.

📚 Liturgically Sound

Each intercession follows the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) guidelines and addresses the four traditional categories of universal prayer.

🎯 Parish-Ready

Formatted for immediate use by lectors and easily customizable for specific parish needs and local concerns while maintaining liturgical integrity.

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