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, February 7, 2027

Saturday in the 4th Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for Saturday in the 4th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may faithfully proclaim the saving truth of Jesus Christ to all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil leaders may be guided by wisdom and dedicate themselves to the service of justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are suffering in silence and feel too ashamed or exhausted to ask for help, that God may send someone to reach them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may strengthen our resolve to follow Christ each day, even when the cost seems high, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known for its active charity, drawing others to Christ through the witness of our care for one another and for those in need, 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 may rest in the eternal peace of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with courage and be a faithful witness to the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may address poverty and conflict with urgency, putting the needs of the most vulnerable before political advantage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are alienated from family or society and feel they have no place where they truly belong, that they may find acceptance and a home, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be instruments of God's mercy and forgiveness in our families, workplaces, and communities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community united in prayer and active in service, caring for one another and for those beyond its walls, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are discerning their vocations, that they may be open to God's will.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in Christ may share in the glory of His resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a steadfast champion for the dignity of every human life, from conception to natural end, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may be enlightened to defend the right to life of the unborn and to reject all attacks against human dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For unborn children who are not wanted by anyone and whose existence is seen as a problem to be solved, that God may stir hearts to choose life and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may choose to be present and supportive to those who are suffering rather than looking away, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may actively support ministries that provide alternatives to abortion and care for the vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who advocate for the unborn and provide support for pregnant women in need.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children whose lives were taken prematurely may be held in God's loving mercy, 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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