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.

πŸ“‹ How to Use These Sunday Intercessions

1. Advanced Planning: Access intercessions for upcoming Sundays to prepare in advance.
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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass

πŸ“… 2 days until this Sunday Mass

Sunday, March 8, 2026

3rd SUNDAY OF LENT

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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for the 3rd SUNDAY OF LENT

Option 1

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may have the wisdom to navigate the complexity of our time and the courage to lead without compromise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That heads of government may invest in measures that lift people out of poverty and ensure no family lacks basic provision, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living with severe depression who cannot see a way through and have lost the will to try, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may look for Christ in the faces of those we would rather avoid, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be genuinely welcoming to those arriving for the first time, drawn by a quiet but real hunger for something more, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For unity between Catholics and other Christian communities, that the prayer of Christ 'that they may all be one' may draw us ever closer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may ensure access to affordable housing for those on the lowest incomes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For migrants and refugees who have crossed dangerous borders to reach safety and now face an uncertain welcome, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not put off until tomorrow what God is asking of us today, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our community may support families going through difficulty and not leave them to struggle alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may raise its voice clearly and without apology in defence of every unborn life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may take steps to reduce abortion by investing in practical support for mothers and families, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women who have been refused asylum and fear deportation while pregnant, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may speak of unborn life with love and urgency, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may invest in practical support for mothers and expectant families, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who advocate for the legal protection of unborn children.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may behold the face 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.

πŸ—“οΈ Advance Preparation

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

β›ͺ Sunday-Focused

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

πŸ“š 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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