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, June 8, 2025

PENTECOST SUNDAY

✚Solemnity
Liturgical Color: Red
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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for PENTECOST SUNDAY

Option 1

1.That the Church, born of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, may be continually renewed by His fire and empowered to proclaim the Gospel to all nations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be guided by the Spirit of wisdom and understanding to build a world of peace, justice, and unity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who have been confirmed, that they may stir into flame the gift of the Holy Spirit within them and be courageous witnesses to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That the Holy Spirit may descend upon us with His sevenfold gifts, transforming our hearts and making us bold apostles of the risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, filled with the Holy Spirit, may be a vibrant expression of the Church's unity in diversity, radiating Christ's love to all, 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, having received the seal of the Spirit, may now rejoice in His eternal glory, Veni, Sancte Spiritus! Let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that the Holy Spirit may anoint them with power from on high to lead the Church with apostolic zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That every tongue, people, and nation may hear and understand the mighty works of God through the gift of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are fearful, timid, or lukewarm in faith, that the fire of the Holy Spirit may consume their doubts and enkindle in them a passionate love for Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That the fruits of the Holy Spirit – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control – may abound in our lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that this Pentecost may be a true renewal, sending us forth as Spirit-filled missionaries to transform the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a new Pentecost in our time, renewing the face of the earth.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be brought by the Holy Spirit into the perfect communion of the Trinity, Veni, Sancte Spiritus! Let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Solemnity is not celebrated

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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