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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass
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Sunday, May 27, 2029
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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for Saint Augustine of Canterbury, bishop
Option 1
1.For the Church, inspired by Saint Augustine of Canterbury, that she may boldly proclaim the Gospel to all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may respect religious freedom and allow the Church to carry out its mission of evangelization without hindrance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all missionaries and those who work to inculturate the faith, that they may be guided by the Holy Spirit, like St. Augustine, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep love for the Word of God and a desire to share its saving truth with others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the faith is lived with fervor and where all are encouraged to be missionaries in their own way, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the Church in England and for the unity of all Christians.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who spread the Christian faith to new cultures may rejoice with St. Augustine in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be bold apostles of the Gospel, like Saint Augustine, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may be open to the values of the Gospel and work in harmony with the Church for the good of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have not yet heard the Good News of Jesus Christ, that missionaries may reach them with the message of salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Easter faith may make us bold witnesses to the risen Lord, eager to share our hope with everyone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively supports the Church's missionary efforts throughout the world, 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 who have died may be welcomed into the company of the saints who proclaimed Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.For the Church and her leaders, that they may embrace humble service over honor, following the way of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.For world leaders and governments, that they may govern as servants of the people, seeking the common good rather than honor or power, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who suffer in body or spirit, united to Christ who drank the cup of suffering for us, that they may find in their cross a share in his redeeming work, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may resist the temptation to seek the first place, and instead look for opportunities to serve those who are last — especially the poor and overlooked, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For the faithful departed, especially those who gave their lives in service to God and neighbor, that the Son of Man who gave his life as a ransom may bring them to eternal freedom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For seminarians, deacons, and all preparing for ministry, that they may be formed in the spirit of servant leadership.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be raised by the one who came not to be served but to serve and give his life as a ransom for many, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and our bishops, that they may serve the faithful with genuine humility, as Christ taught, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all who exercise power in society — judges, police, employers — may see their role as one of service and protection, not domination or self-advancement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel exploited or oppressed by those in power, that the Kingdom of God — where the last will be first — may bring them hope and justice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to drink the cup of sacrifice in our families, workplaces, and communities, following Christ who gave his life for the many, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that every ministry and role among us may be animated by the desire to serve rather than to be honored or recognized, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who serve in positions of hidden or unrecognized service, that Christ who sees in secret may reward them.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may share in the glory won by Christ's ransoming love, 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 reflects the solemnity appropriate for the principal weekly celebration of the Catholic Church.
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Each intercession follows the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) guidelines and addresses the four traditional categories of universal prayer.
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