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.
📖 How to Use These General Intercessions
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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Friday, December 12, 2025
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
✦Feast
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
Option 1
1.That the Church in the Americas, under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Star of the New Evangelization, may always be a loving mother and a messenger of hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may respect the dignity of every human person, especially the poor and marginalized, as Mary showed her love for Juan Diego, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all indigenous peoples and those who suffer from injustice or discrimination, that through Mary's intercession, they may find comfort, strength, and advocates for their cause, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a childlike trust in Mary, our mother, and be open to her message of love, conversion, and hope for all her children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe, may be a place where faith is shared with humility and where all are welcomed into God's family, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the peoples of the Americas, that they may live in peace and unity under Mary's protection.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who were devoted to Our Lady of Guadalupe may now rejoice with her in the presence of her Son, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide the Church with the maternal care and evangelizing zeal of Our Lady of Guadalupe, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value cultural diversity and promote the well-being of all, especially the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel distant from God or the Church, that Mary's image on the tilma may be a sign of God's closeness and His desire to embrace them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Advent journey may be inspired by Mary's faith and her haste to bring Christ to others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively lives the message of Guadalupe, building a civilization of love and respect for every human life, 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 presented by Our Lady of Guadalupe to her Son in the eternal Tepeyac of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Feast is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be a herald of hope, proclaiming the coming of Christ who will wipe away every tear, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may work to build a world where justice reigns and where all people can live in peace and security, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are suffering or in despair, that this Advent season may bring them the consolation of God's presence and the hope of salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may prepare our hearts for Christ's coming by works of charity and by striving to live according to His Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the signs of God's kingdom are visible and where all await the Lord with joyful expectation, 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 looked for the Lord's coming may now see His glory and rejoice in His peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with wisdom as we prepare for the celebration of Christ's birth and His final coming, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize Jesus as the true light who enlightens every person, and open their hearts to His saving message, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are lost in darkness or sin, that the light of Christ may shine upon them and lead them to repentance and new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Advent practices may help us to remove every obstacle to Christ's reign in our lives and in our world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively prepares the way of the Lord, with hearts full of faith, hope, and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayer and conversion during this holy season of Advent.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found ready to meet the Lord and be welcomed into His everlasting 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.