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, July 13, 2025

15th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for the 15th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a good Samaritan, binding up the wounds of a suffering world and showing Christ's compassion to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may not pass by on the other side, but actively work to alleviate poverty, injustice, and violence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who have been victims of indifference or neglect, that they may encounter the merciful love of Christ through our care and concern, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have hearts that are moved with pity for our neighbor, and be willing to go out of our way to help those in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the corporal and spiritual works of mercy are actively practiced by 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 who showed mercy in this life may now receive God's eternal mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may teach us by word and example how to be true neighbors to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize their shared humanity and overcome the barriers that divide them, working together for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted to be indifferent to the suffering of others, that their hearts may be opened by God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may love God with our whole heart, and our neighbor as ourselves, fulfilling the great commandment of love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its compassion, generosity, and Christ-like service to all in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding of what it means to be a good neighbor in today's world.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the eternal inn of God's kingdom, where all wounds are healed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a good Samaritan to every unborn child, defending their right to life and offering support to their mothers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may not pass by the plight of the unborn, but act with compassion to protect them from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize the unborn child as their neighbor, deserving of love and protection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers who are in distress may encounter the merciful support of our community, empowering them to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where every human life is cherished, and where we actively work to bind up the wounds caused by abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who volunteer at crisis pregnancy centers, offering compassionate care to women and their unborn children.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be cared for by the Good Samaritan, Jesus Christ, in His eternal kingdom, 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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