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, August 17, 2025

20th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for the 20th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may always extend God's mercy and salvation to all peoples, even those considered outsiders or unworthy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with compassion and justice, ensuring that the needs of the marginalized and forgotten are met, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who feel excluded or on the fringes of society, that they may encounter Christ's welcoming love through the ministry of the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have faith like the Canaanite woman, persevering in prayer and trusting in God's goodness even when faced with silence or apparent rejection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where all are welcomed with open hearts, and where the crumbs of God's grace are shared abundantly, 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, especially those who persevered in faith, may now feast at God's eternal banquet, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may have hearts open to the needs of all, recognizing Christ's presence even in unexpected places, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may be gathered into the one family of God, breaking down barriers of prejudice and division, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose prayers seem unanswered, that they may not lose heart but continue to cry out to the Lord with persistent faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may overcome our own biases and be willing to extend Christ's mercy to everyone, without exception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively seeks out the lost and welcomes all who come seeking the Lord's healing and grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of inclusivity and outreach in our Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to gather the scraps from the Master's table in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a persistent voice for every unborn child, pleading for their right to life even when society seems deaf, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may have a conversion of heart, recognizing the humanity of the unborn and extending protection to them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound change in our culture, that all may see abortion as a grave injustice and work to end this violence against the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers facing difficult circumstances may persevere in choosing life, trusting in God's help and the support of our community, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where every unborn child is defended and where all are called to cherish God's gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who advocate for the unborn with persistent faith and unwavering hope.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be gathered by God's mercy into His eternal embrace, 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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