Option 2 Christian House Blessing In The Name Of Jesus Christ
This is a traditional Christian ceremony that includes scripture readings and prayers to God,
in the name of Jesus Christ.
In this ceremony we will use holy water, candle and anointing oil.
As the officiant says the prayers she will sprinkle holy water around the room and then
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: Heavenly Father 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.
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.
(John 14:23)
Jesus said:
“Those who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and we will come to them, and make our home with them.”
Come, Lord Jesus.
Candle lighting:
Officiant: (Matt. 5:14–16)
A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew:
“You are the light of the world.
A city built on a hill cannot be hid.
No one after lighting a lamp puts it under a bushel basket, but on the lamp stand and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.”
Opening prayer/Invocation:
Officiant:
Let us pray:
Eternal God, as this candle gives light to this home, so enable those who dwell here to be your light in the world; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Entrance Hall:
Officiant:
A reading from the Psalms: (Psalms 121:5–8)
“It is the Lord who watches over you;
The Lord is your shade at your right hand, so that the sun shall not strike you by day, nor the moon by night.
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil.
The Lord shall keep you safe.
The Lord shall watch over your going out and you’re coming in, from this time forth forevermore.”
Let us pray:
Gracious God, keep watch over those who live here, their going out and their coming home.
May they dwell here, secure in your peace, extending your hospitality to all.
Amen.
Living Room/Family Room:
Officiant: (Psalms. 90:1–2)
A reading from the Psalms
“Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.
Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world,
from everlasting to everlasting you are God.”
Let us pray:
Loving God, fill this room with your love, that all who share it may be strengthened to serve you and one another, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
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.
(John 14:23)
Jesus said:
“Those who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and we will come to them, and make our home with them.”
Come, Lord Jesus.
Candle lighting:
Officiant: (Matt. 5:14–16)
A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew:
“You are the light of the world.
A city built on a hill cannot be hid.
No one after lighting a lamp puts it under a bushel basket, but on the lamp stand and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.”
Opening prayer/Invocation:
Officiant:
Let us pray:
Eternal God, as this candle gives light to this home, so enable those who dwell here to be your light in the world; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Entrance Hall:
Officiant:
A reading from the Psalms: (Psalms 121:5–8)
“It is the Lord who watches over you;
The Lord is your shade at your right hand, so that the sun shall not strike you by day, nor the moon by night.
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil.
The Lord shall keep you safe.
The Lord shall watch over your going out and you’re coming in, from this time forth forevermore.”
Let us pray:
Gracious God, keep watch over those who live here, their going out and their coming home.
May they dwell here, secure in your peace, extending your hospitality to all.
Amen.
Living Room/Family Room:
Officiant: (Psalms. 90:1–2)
A reading from the Psalms
“Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.
Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world,
from everlasting to everlasting you are God.”
Let us pray:
Loving God, fill this room with your love, that all who share it may be strengthened to serve you and one another, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Kitchen/Dining Room:
Officiant: ( Psalms 104:27-28)
A reading from the Psalms:
“The eyes of all look to you to give them their food in due season; and when you give it to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are filled with good things.”
Let us pray:
Blessed are you, God of heaven and earth, for you give us food and drink to sustain our lives
and make our hearts glad. Make us grateful for all your mercies, and mindful of the needs of others; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Bathroom:
Officiant:
Bless this room of health and care taking. As the waters cleanse us may it also offer relaxation, healing and comfort.
Bedroom:
Officiant: (Psalms 4:8)
A reading from the Psalms:
“I will both lie down and sleep in peace; for you alone, O Lord, make me lie down in safety.”
Let us pray:
Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping, that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in his peace. Amen
Children’s rooms:
Officiant: (Matthew 19:14)
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them;
for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.”
Let us pray.
Heavenly Father, your son, our savior, took young children into his arms and blessed them. Embrace (Names of children) with your unfailing love.
Protect them from all danger, and bring them in safety to each new day, Amen
Guest rooms:
Officiant: (Hebrews 13:2) (1Peter 4:9)
The scriptures tell us:
Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.
Be hospitable to one another without complaining; serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.
Let us pray.
Loving God, you have taught us to welcome one another as Christ has welcomed us. We ask for your blessings on those who share the hospitality of this home.
Amen
Home Office:
Officiant:
Loving God, 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 fellowship.
Garden:
Officiant: (Isaiah 61:1)
A reading from Isaiah:
For as the earth brings forth its shoots, and as a garden causes what is sown in it to spring up,
So the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring up before all the nations.
Let us pray.
O Master Gardener, you gave us a garden at creation to till and to keep, so we continue to turn to the soil to refresh our souls.
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. Amen
Basement/laundry other rooms:
Officiant:
In the name of Jesus Christ we ask for your peace and joy to inhabit this room
Closing words (prayer of gratitude):
Officiant: (John 15:4–5)
A reading from the Gospel of John:
“Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me.
I am the vine, you are the branches.
Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing.”
Let us pray:
Gracious God, in you alone do we find our true home.
Make this house your abiding place, and bless all who live here.
Fill them with your Holy Spirit, and send them out in your love. Amen
Officiant: ( Psalms 104:27-28)
A reading from the Psalms:
“The eyes of all look to you to give them their food in due season; and when you give it to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are filled with good things.”
Let us pray:
Blessed are you, God of heaven and earth, for you give us food and drink to sustain our lives
and make our hearts glad. Make us grateful for all your mercies, and mindful of the needs of others; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Bathroom:
Officiant:
Bless this room of health and care taking. As the waters cleanse us may it also offer relaxation, healing and comfort.
Bedroom:
Officiant: (Psalms 4:8)
A reading from the Psalms:
“I will both lie down and sleep in peace; for you alone, O Lord, make me lie down in safety.”
Let us pray:
Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping, that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in his peace. Amen
Children’s rooms:
Officiant: (Matthew 19:14)
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them;
for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.”
Let us pray.
Heavenly Father, your son, our savior, took young children into his arms and blessed them. Embrace (Names of children) with your unfailing love.
Protect them from all danger, and bring them in safety to each new day, Amen
Guest rooms:
Officiant: (Hebrews 13:2) (1Peter 4:9)
The scriptures tell us:
Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.
Be hospitable to one another without complaining; serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.
Let us pray.
Loving God, you have taught us to welcome one another as Christ has welcomed us. We ask for your blessings on those who share the hospitality of this home.
Amen
Home Office:
Officiant:
Loving God, 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 fellowship.
Garden:
Officiant: (Isaiah 61:1)
A reading from Isaiah:
For as the earth brings forth its shoots, and as a garden causes what is sown in it to spring up,
So the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring up before all the nations.
Let us pray.
O Master Gardener, you gave us a garden at creation to till and to keep, so we continue to turn to the soil to refresh our souls.
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. Amen
Basement/laundry other rooms:
Officiant:
In the name of Jesus Christ we ask for your peace and joy to inhabit this room
Closing words (prayer of gratitude):
Officiant: (John 15:4–5)
A reading from the Gospel of John:
“Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me.
I am the vine, you are the branches.
Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing.”
Let us pray:
Gracious God, in you alone do we find our true home.
Make this house your abiding place, and bless all who live here.
Fill them with your Holy Spirit, and send them out in your love. Amen
(The prayers have been adapted from The Bible, The Presbyterian and Episcopal common book of ceremonies, prayers from Reverend Steve Whitters, D.D. Marianne Williamson book Illuminate and myself)
