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, November 16, 2025

32ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for the 32ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.For seminarians and those discerning a vocation to priesthood or religious life, that they may find the clarity and courage they need to respond to God's call, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for employment law may ensure that wages keep pace with the real cost of living, particularly for those in low-paid work, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For young adults who cannot afford to rent or buy a home, that they may find real options and not face a permanent housing crisis, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may help us to bring what we have to offer rather than holding back out of fear of what others will think, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be genuinely welcoming to those who arrive for the first time, and make sure they leave knowing someone has noticed them, 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 used their talents well may now hear the words, 'Well done, good and faithful servant; enter into the joy of your master,' let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be wise stewards of God's mysteries, encouraging all the faithful to use their charisms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for mental health policy may invest in community-based care so that people in crisis have somewhere to turn before reaching breaking point, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are grieving, especially parents who have lost a child or spouses who have lost their partner, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may show us what we have been neglecting in our relationship with him, and draw us back without condemnation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may support families going through bereavement with something more than a sympathy card, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of generosity and responsible stewardship in our lives and in the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to share in the eternal treasures of God's kingdom, having used their gifts wisely, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a faithful steward of the gift of every human life, especially the unborn, using all her talents to defend them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may recognize that the protection of every unborn child is a talent entrusted to them, and work diligently to end abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women facing an unwanted pregnancy who feel they have no real choice, that they may find the practical support and compassion needed to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may be empowered to use their unique gift of nurturing life, supported by a community that cherishes every child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a place where pregnant women know they can ask for help and find a real and practical response, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who dedicate their talents to advocating for the unborn and supporting pregnant women.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion, whose talents were never allowed to flourish on earth, may rejoice in God's 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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