Understanding General Intercessions for Daily Mass
General intercessions, also known as the "Prayer of the Faithful" or "Universal Prayer," are an essential part of the Catholic Mass where the congregation joins together to pray for the needs of the Church and the world. These intercessions are called "general" because they address universal concerns that affect all Catholics and humanity as a whole.
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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Saint Peter Claver, priest
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Peter Claver, priest
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Peter Claver's heroic service to enslaved peoples, may always be a champion of human dignity and a voice for the oppressed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may work tirelessly to eradicate all forms of slavery, trafficking, and racial injustice in our time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who suffer from discrimination, exploitation, or marginalization, that they may find hope and support through the Church's ministry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the courage of St. Peter Claver to serve Christ in the poorest and most abandoned, recognizing His presence in them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where every person is treated with dignity and respect, and where all work for justice and equality, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an end to human trafficking and all forms of modern slavery.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who dedicated their lives to serving the enslaved and oppressed may rejoice with St. Peter Claver in God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be true servants of the servants of God, like St. Peter Claver, especially to those on the peripheries, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may create structures that promote justice and protect the rights of all, particularly the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted by prejudice or indifference to the suffering of others, that St. Peter Claver's example may convert their hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to embrace personal sacrifice and discomfort in order to bring Christ's love and healing to those in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively seeks out and serves the marginalized in our midst, reflecting the compassion of Christ, 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 eternal embrace of God, who shows no partiality, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be faithful in choosing and sending forth apostles to proclaim the Gospel to all nations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with wisdom and seek the true good of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are called to leadership and service in the Church, that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit and guided by prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be attentive to God's call in our own lives and respond with generous hearts, ready to serve Him wherever He leads, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where vocations are nurtured and where all are encouraged to be active disciples of Christ, 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 served Christ as His apostles may now rejoice in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a wise and holy leader, guiding the Church in its mission of evangelization, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may hear the good news of salvation and welcome Christ into their hearts and lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling to discern their vocation, that they may find clarity and courage through prayer and spiritual direction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be faithful to our baptismal calling to be priests, prophets, and kings, serving God and His people with love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively supports and prays for its leaders and for an increase in vocations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayer and discernment in the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be counted among the chosen ones in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
About Our General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Our general intercessions are carefully written by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario. Each set of intercessions follows the guidelines established by the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and is crafted with input from theology students and experienced clergy.
📅 Liturgically Accurate
Every intercession is crafted to reflect the specific liturgical season, rank, and saint of the day, ensuring theological accuracy and seasonal appropriateness.
🌍 Universally Focused
Our general intercessions address the four traditional categories: Church needs, world concerns, those in distress, and local community intentions.
📝 Ready to Use
Each option is formatted for immediate use by lectors and can be downloaded as a professional PDF for easy printing and reading during Mass.
✏️ Customizable
Edit any intercession to address your parish's specific needs while maintaining the theological structure and universal focus of general intercessions.