Option 1 Universal House Blessing
This is a traditional cleansing and blessing. It is spiritual in nature and includes prayers,
however it is non-denominational.
This is a nice ceremony for both spiritual couples as well as interfaith couples.
With this ceremony we will use sage, candle and lavender oil.
As the officiant says the prayers she will sage the room and anoint the doorways.
Begin with the outside, Officiant may walk to the four corners of the home or the property line and as she walks up the walkway to the door will sprinkle holy water and say : God of love we dedicate this property unto you and we ask that your Holy Spirit would continually flow over and perpetually bless this property. May your warrior angels take a stance against darkness in this home and may they make a hedge of projection around this home.
We gather inside the front door. The door or a window should be left open a crack so that the negative energy has a way to leave.
Begin with the outside, Officiant may walk to the four corners of the home or the property line and as she walks up the walkway to the door will sprinkle holy water and say : God of love we dedicate this property unto you and we ask that your Holy Spirit would continually flow over and perpetually bless this property. May your warrior angels take a stance against darkness in this home and may they make a hedge of projection around this home.
We gather inside the front door. The door or a window should be left open a crack so that the negative energy has a way to leave.
Greeting:
Officiant:
Peace to this house and to all who enter here. Amen
Your home is a sacred place. It is a place where we feel safe, can relax, and be our true selves. You home is where you gather as a family, it is where you are taught your life’s values and ideals. Where you nurture, support and encourage one another. Home is the place where you have organized, decorated..settled. It is a place of tranquility and peace.
Throughout time, in many religions and cultures it has been a tradition to offer prayers of blessings to a home and its inhabitants.
Today we gather here to bless this (new) home for (say the names of all the people and pets who will live here).
We will use the traditional elements that support healing, well-being, trust, love and harmony as we ask for blessings from God.
Open prayer/invocation to ask God to be present and bless this home:
Officiant:
Let us begin with a prayer
Loving God, we ask that you bless this home with the grace of your presence.
May this home be a sacred dwelling for (Say the names of all who live here including the pets)
May they be blessed with good health, happiness, success, and abundance.
May darkness not enter.
May the light of God shield this house from harm.
May angles bring their peace here and use this home as a haven of light.
May all grow strong in this place of healing.
Candle lighting:
Officiant:
In lighting this candle we summon love, harmony, peace, and prosperity into this home. We decree that this home is now shielded from harm, illness, or misfortune.
Officiant lights sage from the candle and in a clockwise motion gently wave the smoke into the air, concentrating on the corners, as they tend to accumulate stagnant energy.
*As we enter each space the officiant will burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Entrance way:
Officiant:
Bless this house as we come and go.
May the strength of its walls provide safety, keeping strife and trouble outside, but may the door always be open wide to welcome friends and family. May this home be a place of rest and comfort, filled with love and peace and an abundance of goodwill.
Kitchen:
Officiant:
May this kitchen be a place for family and friends to gather for health and nourishment. May it also be a place to connect with one another and enjoy the traditions of creating together.
Den and Living Room:
Officiant:
May all who gather in these rooms, find the warmth of fellowship, entertainment, education and relaxation.
Bath:
Officiant:
Bless this room of health and care taking. As the waters cleanse, may it also offer relaxation, healing and comfort.
Officiant:
Peace to this house and to all who enter here. Amen
Your home is a sacred place. It is a place where we feel safe, can relax, and be our true selves. You home is where you gather as a family, it is where you are taught your life’s values and ideals. Where you nurture, support and encourage one another. Home is the place where you have organized, decorated..settled. It is a place of tranquility and peace.
Throughout time, in many religions and cultures it has been a tradition to offer prayers of blessings to a home and its inhabitants.
Today we gather here to bless this (new) home for (say the names of all the people and pets who will live here).
We will use the traditional elements that support healing, well-being, trust, love and harmony as we ask for blessings from God.
Open prayer/invocation to ask God to be present and bless this home:
Officiant:
Let us begin with a prayer
Loving God, we ask that you bless this home with the grace of your presence.
May this home be a sacred dwelling for (Say the names of all who live here including the pets)
May they be blessed with good health, happiness, success, and abundance.
May darkness not enter.
May the light of God shield this house from harm.
May angles bring their peace here and use this home as a haven of light.
May all grow strong in this place of healing.
Candle lighting:
Officiant:
In lighting this candle we summon love, harmony, peace, and prosperity into this home. We decree that this home is now shielded from harm, illness, or misfortune.
Officiant lights sage from the candle and in a clockwise motion gently wave the smoke into the air, concentrating on the corners, as they tend to accumulate stagnant energy.
*As we enter each space the officiant will burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Entrance way:
Officiant:
Bless this house as we come and go.
May the strength of its walls provide safety, keeping strife and trouble outside, but may the door always be open wide to welcome friends and family. May this home be a place of rest and comfort, filled with love and peace and an abundance of goodwill.
Kitchen:
Officiant:
May this kitchen be a place for family and friends to gather for health and nourishment. May it also be a place to connect with one another and enjoy the traditions of creating together.
Den and Living Room:
Officiant:
May all who gather in these rooms, find the warmth of fellowship, entertainment, education and relaxation.
Bath:
Officiant:
Bless this room of health and care taking. As the waters cleanse, may it also offer relaxation, healing and comfort.
Bedroom:
Officiant:
We pray for those who sleep here that they may find true rest from the labors of this world, that they may find total peace and rest in spirit, soul and body.
Bedroom:
Officiant:
We pray for those who sleep here that they may find true rest from the labors of this world, that they may find total peace and rest in spirit, soul and body.
Guest rooms:
Officiant:
Fill this home with the loving energy of peace and harmony so that (Families names) may share the hospitality of this home with all who visit.
Home Office:
Officiant:
We ask for blessings for all who work here; may they be prosperous and enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Patio / deck:
Officiant:
May this doorway extend into this home the elements of the natural surroundings letting the life giving energy of the sun and air to be part of their living space. May this be a place of relaxation, comfort, reflection and friendship.
Garden:
Officiant:
Dear God, we praise you for the harvest of the earth, for the cycle of seasons and for the rhythm of growing things. Be present with (names of family members and pets) in this garden. May they delight in its gifts. May it bring peace harmony and balance in their lives. Amen
Basement/laundry other rooms:
Officiant:
We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Closing words (prayer of gratitude):
Officiant:
Loving God, bless (family member’s names) Thank you for bringing divine light, love and energy into their hearts, rooms, and endeavors.
Bless, too, the people who will visit.
Make this a home that is welcoming,
That is a safe haven, a place to be honest, to laugh, to cry, to be welcomed, to discuss, to wonder, to dream; a place to be accepted, to be loved.
May your loving presence always be felt in this home. With tremendous gratitude, we thank you. In full faith, so be it and so it is! Amen.
~End of Ceremony~
Officiant:
We pray for those who sleep here that they may find true rest from the labors of this world, that they may find total peace and rest in spirit, soul and body.
Bedroom:
Officiant:
We pray for those who sleep here that they may find true rest from the labors of this world, that they may find total peace and rest in spirit, soul and body.
Guest rooms:
Officiant:
Fill this home with the loving energy of peace and harmony so that (Families names) may share the hospitality of this home with all who visit.
Home Office:
Officiant:
We ask for blessings for all who work here; may they be prosperous and enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Patio / deck:
Officiant:
May this doorway extend into this home the elements of the natural surroundings letting the life giving energy of the sun and air to be part of their living space. May this be a place of relaxation, comfort, reflection and friendship.
Garden:
Officiant:
Dear God, we praise you for the harvest of the earth, for the cycle of seasons and for the rhythm of growing things. Be present with (names of family members and pets) in this garden. May they delight in its gifts. May it bring peace harmony and balance in their lives. Amen
Basement/laundry other rooms:
Officiant:
We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Closing words (prayer of gratitude):
Officiant:
Loving God, bless (family member’s names) Thank you for bringing divine light, love and energy into their hearts, rooms, and endeavors.
Bless, too, the people who will visit.
Make this a home that is welcoming,
That is a safe haven, a place to be honest, to laugh, to cry, to be welcomed, to discuss, to wonder, to dream; a place to be accepted, to be loved.
May your loving presence always be felt in this home. With tremendous gratitude, we thank you. In full faith, so be it and so it is! Amen.
~End of Ceremony~
