You rule the nations; your Son Jesus sits at your right hand until he has put every enemy under his feet, the last enemy being death. All: Day pours out the word to day, and night to night imparts knowledge; P: Not a word nor a discourse whose voice is not heard; All: Through all the earth their voice resounds, and to the ends of the world, their message. Others have been here from the beginning. Kimberly Moore, Ed.D. Almighty everlasting God, who drive out all sickness of body and soul, manifest Your mighty help to the sick, that by the work of Your mercy they may be restored to their duty of serving You. Find all the Catholic prayers for your needs today. : Through all the earth their voice resounds, and to the ends of the world their message. If however a new door is installed in a church already in use, then the rite is celebrated either (1) before the Mass of the day begins, in which case the penitential rite is omitted and the Gloria is sung after the Celebrant has returned to his place in the sanctuary, or (2 . Verse Concepts. The Consecration of a church ( ) is the service of sanctification and solemn dedication of a building for use as a church.The consecration of a church is a complex service that is filled with profound symbolisms. Through mortal motive, scheme, and plan We come to you with joy and praise to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit for your faithfulness in bringing about the miracle of the establishment of the new church building. Where the thirsty find satisfaction and the hungry are filled up. will build up a spirit of community among us Let us pray. And let all who come here for research be intent on truth and justice, and grow in their love of You; through Christ our Lord. 1 Corinthians 14:4. God, who in a wonderful way created man and still more wonderfully renewed him; who were pleased to aid with many healing remedies the various infirmities that beset the human If the place is some distance from the chapel, the participants may All: And the earth shall yield her fruit. Let us pray in silence, Hear, O heavens, and give ear, O earth; for the Lord has spoken: "Children have I reared and brought up, but they have rebelled against me. Let it be productive and serve its purpose well, with its fires exerting their full force, so that the workmen may receive John 4:23 - But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. P: Send forth Your Spirit and all things shall be recreated. About Fr. We come to you with joy and praise to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit for your faithfulness in bringing about the miracle of the establishment of the new church building. Lord Jesus Christ, Savior and consoler of our weakness, who delivered Peter's mother-in-law and the ruler's son from a high fever; who restored strength to the paralytic, cleansed the Lord God almighty, who willed that Your only-begotten Son, our Redeemer, be born in a stable, and lie in a manger between two beasts of burden; we beg You to bless this stable and to defend Those leading in worship and the congregation present may process to the pulpit. If for some good reason a new church cannot be dedicated ("consecrated"), it should at least be blessed before use. Amen.'. through Christ our Lord. [Dancers light candles from the Christ candle] Leader 2: For bringing us to worship in the beauty of your holiness: God, who sanctify the places dedicated to Your name, pour out Your grace on this house of prayer, that all who here call on Your name may experience Your kind assistance; through Christ our Lord. After a period of two years under construction the two new buildings at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Penang (CHS) were officially opened and blessed by Our Lordship Bishop Sebastian Francis on the morning of 20 May 2018. A Prayer for the Construction of a New Church or New Building Scripture Reading: I Chronicles 16:8-16, Nehemiah 3 Reflections of the Heart: The God of heaven Himself will help us succeed; therefore, we will arise and build! Let it be a healthful shelter for horses, cattle, and other animals, safe from every kind of assault. which would confine our worship within these walls. We ask this of You who are God, living and reigning forever and ever. Let us pray. 3. (Psalm 22:3), May no weapon formed against this sacred place prosper. You are Lord of heaven and earth and do not live in temples made by man, nor are you served by human hands, as though you need anything, since you yourself give to all mankind life and breath and everything. P: From wanton sin especially, restrain Your servant; Let it not rule over me. Including morning & night prayers, marriage and basic prayers like Hail Mary, Our Father, Apostles' Creed and many more. Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost, Year C - Lectionary Planning Notes, Face to Face with Jesus Below is the full text of the homily delivered by Bishop Paul Hinder for the blessing of the newly constructed St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at Ruwais on 17 December 2021. All: Ant. May this church serve as the place where many are saved from their life of sin and separation from you by experiencing the redeeming power of Jesus Christ in their lives. All: All you seas and waves, bless the Lord. James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. Make an effort to reach church early and not rush out right after the service. Come, Holy Spirit. Father, Lord of our past and of our future, as guests and members alike eat meals in the Roger Williams Room, stay overnight with Family Promise, study and learn together in Sunday school classrooms, or worship in the sanctuary, we pray that you would be honored and glorified, and that the building would not be a distraction or a hurdle to the work of ministry here. The rite is usually included in the Mass of the Dedication of an Altar or of a Church. always show You due gratitude for Your loving mercy; through Christ our Lord. (Mark 10:9), May this be a place of true worship, thanksgiving and praise. You are God, who made the world and everything in it. Then he receives the aspersory from the assistant and intones the Asperges (see The Sunday Blessing with Holy Water). Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. dwelling of Your majesty; through Christ our Lord. Pink symbolizes love and kindness, and will invite these energies into your home. Let the sick confined here be Amen. All: The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the command of the Lord is clear, enlightening the eye; P: The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever; the ordinances of the Lord are true, all of them just; All: They are more precious than gold, than a heap of purest gold; sweeter also than syrup or honey from the comb. Bless, O Lord, Almighty God, this house (or, this farm). Lord God almighty, who by the coming of Your only begotten Son sanctified all things for Your faithful, we beg You to bless and prosper this marble-factory, and to protect Your servants who The radio-station is sprinkled with holy water. Bestow Your peace and blessing on it in full measure, so that its teachers and pupils may experience Your saving grace, as did Zaccheus when You came into his home. May this building be a tool to continue the good work of our helping hands, our loving hearts, and open minds. Stephen Freeman speaks to us through the words of Holy Scripture, written of old by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit. Blessing Of A Child To Obtain For It The Mercy Of God. Any unauthorized use, without prior written consent of Catholic Online is strictly forbidden and prohibited. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Let us pray. Abide with us, O Lord our God, and be a constant help to those who take refuge in Your holy cross; through Christ our Lord. We have $957,953.12 of our own funds that can be used toward the building ($1,042,953.12 $85,000) + $591,000 loan = $1,548,953.12. A response may be sung, such as the refrain of One Bread, One Body ( UMH 620) or Be Present at Our Table, Lord (UMH 621). Let them faithfully persevere in (Mark 8:34, John 15:15), May this building shine the light of salvation of Christ in this city and throughout this region. in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. And so on our first gathering here in our new building, we are going to pray a prayer of dedication and blessing over this church and this location we meet together in. One of the musical settings may be used for the Great Thanksgiving. Amen. Father in Heaven, we thank You for this community center which we are opening today. Making the sign of the cross with his right hand, the priest blesses the building and all who are present, saying: May the blessing of almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, come on this seminary, on all who live here, teachers and students, and on us all, and remain forever. Grant that all the activities that take place here We're not salespeople, but we depend on donations averaging $14.76 and fewer than 1% of readers give. Our workforce began working from home permanently in 2020. Lord of our past and of our future, we acknowledge that everything we have comes from your hands. May they confess their sins and avail themselves of Christ power to live new lives. be acceptable to you, our Rock and our Redeemer. God, from whom every good thing takes its start and receives its steady and full growth; grant, we beg of You, that what we commence for the glory of Your name may be carried to completion by the ever-present aid of Your fatherly wisdom; through Christ our Lord. Innokenty deacon@saintjonah.org. Almighty God, we appeal to Your kindness, asking that You pour out the dew of Your blessing on these budding creatures of yours, which it has pleased You to nurture with rain and mild The following is a blessing by Dr. Elizabeth Drescher. May the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts. Touch our hearts with true generosity to raise up a house of God for the inspiration and renewal of all your faithful. New Church, New Altar A Commentary on the Order of Dedication of a Church and an Altar Paul Turner SEE INSIDE ISBN: 9780814666593, 6659 eISBN: 9780814666609, E6660 eFormats Available Details : 192 pgs, 5 3/8 x 8 1/4 x 3/8 Publication Date: 09/10/2021 Paperback $24.95 eBook $15.99 Quantity Add to Cart In Stock Anointed teaching Lord, anoint every teacher in every room of our church this week! shielded from fear and anxiety, and let them recover their former good health. Feed the hunger of our hearts with the bread of heaven. and your Word alone may be heard and obeyed. Bless the narthex, that it might be a place to welcome the stranger, and welcome back the friend. May the love of Christ be at the center of all that takes place here. 1 Kings 8:22 30 Solomon's prayer dedicating the Temple, Ezra 6:13 22 Dedication of the Second Temple. Before the procession the people may read or sing Psalm 24 (UMH 755, 212, 213). The New Church Acts 1:1-4 I. Grant to Your people a spirit of constant gratitude for Your gifts. Let us pray. All Rights Reserved, Terms of Use Privacy Policy Cookie Policy. Soon after the Church was organized on April 6, 1830, the Lord commanded the Saints to build a temple; and from 1833 to 1836, with fewer than two thousand members in the Church, the Prophet Joseph Smith and the Saints commenced to build a temple in Kirtland, Ohio. P: He has pitched a tent there for the sun, which comes forth like the groom from his bridal chamber and, like a giant, joyfully runs its course. Nehemiah 2:20 Scriptural Prayer: If a choir or praise team leads the procession, it may assemble in the church and sing as the people enter. spreading out in all directions as instantaneously as lightning. May many be baptized here. and the celebration of death and resurrection. God, who give saving grace even to the wicked land who do not will the death of the sinner, we humbly appeal to You in glory, asking that You protect with Your heavenly aid Your trusting The book of Acts is a first-hand account of the beginnings of the church. Lord, today I lift up to you my church. Bless this wall, which reminds us that we enter into a holy and sacred space. DBA Bacolor By Ms. Ericka Awat Bacolor, Pampanga, the Philippines, 22 September 2018 -- The Educative -Pastoral Community of Don Bosco Academy-Bacolor gathered together in the morning of September 22, 2018 at the DBA Chapel for the blessing of the new school building with the Provincial Superior of the Philippines-North Province, Fr. (Matthew 6:10), May they be supportive of one another in Christian love and community. When your Word is read and preached from this pulpit. God, who instructed the hearts of the faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit, guide us by Your Spirit to desire only what is good and so always to find joy in His comfort. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. Scripture readings Psalm 127:1-2 'Unless the Lord builds the house, they that build labour in vain.' James 1:17 'Every good and perfect gift comes from God.' Hymns Praise God from whom all blessings flow The church's one foundation Lord God, who compels and calls us to pray, who meets us in prayer, we come together as your body the church, to dedicate this Prayer Chapel for your glory. May this be a place where sinners find their Savior and the prodigal is welcomed by you, a generous and compassionate Father. Paul Bicomong, SDB presiding over the celebration of the. Bless this building and all who use it. Almighty God, we humbly appeal to Your kindness, asking that You pour out the dew of Your blessing on these fields (or acres, or mountain-meadows, or pastures, or meadows), which it has pleased You to nurture with favorable weather. DOWNLOAD this resource as a Microsoft Word document. For the last 20 years, our purpose has been clear - pray effective, efficacious prayers that will produce God's plans on Earth and build an army of praying believers. Almighty everlasting God, who in punishment for sin declared to man: "In the sweat of your brow you shall eat your bread"; bestow Your blessing on this mill which has been built to produce Several persons may lead sections of the following prayer of consecration, which the officiating minister should begin and conclude: O eternal God, mighty in power and of incomprehensible majesty. A hymn may be sung while the gifts are brought to the Lord's table. Following this, they prayerwalked the outside of the building while asking God to draw lost people to the church, praying for the various community and world-wide outreaches of the church, and planting tent pegs with Scriptures written on them at the corners of the property. P: Lord, send us aid from Your holy place. If you donate just $5.00, the price of your coffee, Catholic Online School could keep thriving. be present with Your healing power to the sick confined here. Blessing and Opening of a new School Prepared by the Committee on Worship Building 1 Reading of the Word of God If a Gospel reading is chosen, then the parish priest might be invited to proclaim it. Then the priest continues: Lord, have mercy. Meanwhile the priest, assisted by the cleric who carries the holy water stoup, goes around to all the rooms and other places of the seminary, sprinkling them with holy water in the usual way. On entering the school the priest sprinkles the rooms with holy water saying: Let us pray. God, who ordered all things in creation in a marvelous way, determining even their measure, number, and weight; and who gave man a share in Your knowledge, thus enabling him to detect and control the latent forces with which You endowed the things of the universe; be pleased, we pray, to bless these instruments made for transmitting wavelengths of sound through the air, Father, we honor you here in this place. breezes, and that You bring the fruits of Your earth to a ripe harvest. Eighth Grade Catechism FREE Online Classes, First Confession and Reconciliation FREE Course. The priest, vested in surplice and stole, accompanied by the people, carries a relic of the True Cross to the river or stream, and there devoutly reads at each of four different spots one of Light a pink candle. Yaroslav MendyukTel: (847)773-5663E-mail: ymendyuk@gmail.com Get directions on the map Main links Home About Our Parish Building Project Ministries News Parish Gallery Resources Church Building Project For the Glory of God Prayer Father's View Our Cornerstone New Building Proposals Construction Progress ending by the gift of Your eternal wisdom; through Christ our Lord. Let us pray. Dr. Craig Walls consults on loans, fundraising campaigns, and other services available from DCEF. New Life. a good quality of metal (or a goodly number of brick). And may the blessing of almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, come upon these waters and keep them always under control. heaven; through You, Jesus Christ, our Savior and our God, who live and reign forever and ever. We entreat You, Lord God, grant us, Your servants, the enjoyment of lasting health of body and mind; and by the glorious intercession of blessed Mary, ever a virgin, free us from present we pray, to pour out Your blessing on these stone-quarries, so that they may not be ruined, and that all who work in them may be safeguarded from accidents; through Christ our Lord. The following service is based on the ancient tradition that the consecration of a church building is the proclamation of the Word and the celebration of Holy Communion as the first act of worship in the new building. Rosaries, Crosses, Prayer Cards and more Mary Untier of Knots Pillow Case - Spanish Prayer - ONLY 1 LEFT, Guardian Angel Green Border Pillow Case - English Prayer, Miraculous / Our Lady of Grace Pillow Case - English Prayer, Mary Untier of Knots Pillow Case - English Prayer, Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament Prayers, 5 things the Catholic woman should keep in her purse, 5 Simple Children's Prayers Your Kid Will Love To Learn. Through Christ our Lord Amen. Amen.'. A new communion table or lectern might lead one to chose a scripture concerning "the bread of life" or "hearing the word". Bless these handbells, so that every child to ring and sing here might know the One whom they praise. In an age when many are leaving the Church, the blessing of new churches is a reminder of a God who "makes all things new" (Rev 21:5). Jesus said: "Whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.". We at __________ are lovers of the Word. A pastor or another priest may wish to sprinkle with holy water a particular home or the homes of the faithful in general. All: Then shall I be blameless and innocent of serious sin. that in Your kindness You may be present wherever we are present and may bless Yourwhatever we bless. Let us now consecrate it for service and celebrate its holy use. Blessing Of A Christmas Tree # 1. The fields are sprinkled with holy water. and lead to the well-being of all our citizens. Almighty everlasting God, who conferred on Your priests above all others so great a grace, that whatever they do worthily and exactly in Your name, is regarded as being done by You; we pray Let us pray. Lord, be close to your. Don't do the disappearing act and go to and fro, jumping church to church. From the Prayer of Blessing of new Church Doors, Book of Blessings Church Doors. The leader offers prayers of protection for the family and all persons taking part in the house blessing. much less the walls of temples made with hands, whenever two or three are assembled in your name. Your service, show You gratitude for favors received, and thus merit greater benefits in future; through Christ our Lord. P: That You mercifully ward off and dispel from this place all lightning, hail-storm, destructive tempests, and harmful floods. If your church has multiple services, consider having the event at all of them. Now concerning things sacrificed to idols, we know that we all have knowledge. Thank you for your . But, the book of Acts is more than history. Let this house and every part of it be used to glory You, O God; let it be devoted to Your service. We welcome the opportunity to work with your congregation to assist you in keeping your ministry moving toward new and uniquely vibrant life. All Things are Thine. Hebrews 10:19 25 Confidence to enter the sanctuary. Good Jesus, who are the way, the truth, and the life, bless this place, and grant, through the intercession of the glorious and immaculate Virgin Mary, Your Mother, that all who are employed here may happily attain the imperishable crown of glory. We ask this of You who live and reign forever and ever. Lord, heed our prayers, and be pleased to bless this bridge and all who pass over it, that they may ever find in You a safeguard amidst the joys and sorrows of this fickle world; through Christ Bless this building and all who use it. the introductions to the four Gospels. * A Statement of the Occasion - A brief statement about what is to occur next * A scripture reading. 12 Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen. Amen. Send forth Your Spirit that we may humbly be guided by your Divine Will. Grant also that, having had our desire for earthly needs filled, we may bask under Your protection, praise Your kindness and mercy without ceasing, and make use of temporal goods in such a way as not to lose everlasting goods; through Christ our Lord. May it please You to keep it pure and free of every diabolical defilement, so that all who draw water from it or drink of it may delight in its strengthening and health-giving quality, and give thanks to You, the Lord and Savior of all; through Christ our Lord. P: Ant. Federal Tax Identification Number: 81-0596847. If you have already donated, we sincerely thank you. As a church member, nothing beats your presence. When Noah emerged from the Ark, he received God's benediction (Genesis 9:1), and this heritage he transmitted through his sons, Sem and Japheth, to posterity. Water is poured into the font at this time. [ Leader 1 places worship symbol on the table] Leader 1: As children of the light, we desire to worship with a liturgy that is catholic and celebrative and calls on all members to participate. I pray that many will come to know Christ and His saving grace in your new facility. professions of faith and testimonies to your grace. Where you Father seek and find worshipers who worship in spirit and truth. : Christ cured all the sick. Amen. Pour out on them, Lord, heavenly dew in good measure, as well as an abundance of earthly needs. Let us pray. My church is more than a building to me, Lord. A new two story school building that was errected on the grounds of St. Theresa's Convent School and St. Joseph's School on Stainforth Road in Newtown, Basseterre was officially opened and blessed at the special ceremony held on Monday morning, February 15, 2010 at 9.30 a.m. 6011 West Orem Drive Houston, Texas 77085. God, who in Your wondrous providence chose blessed Joseph as the spouse of Your holy Mother; grant, we pray, that we may deserve to have him for our advocate in heaven whom we venerate as our defender here on earth. When we pour the water of baptism, making and renewing our covenant vows, pour out your Spirit and give new birth; wash away sin and clothe your people in righteousness; that, dying and being raised with Christ, we may walk in new and abundant life; and the angel of peace be at hand; through Christ our Lord. Our diocesan norms state that church buildings in the Diocese of Raleigh, whether new or existing construction, are to be adapted (110) so that the Blessed Sacrament is reserved in the tabernacle located in or near the sanctuary of the church building such that is truly noble, prominent, readily visible, beautifully decorated, suitable for . This may also be the first service after the renovation or reopening of a church building. servants from all perils of flood. Lord God almighty, who so disposed matters that water comes forth from the depths of this well by means of its pipes; grant, we pray, that with Your help and by this blessing imparted through Some parts are new. May this be a place of hope and healing, a place of joy and peace. V. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Also, private oratories, chapels and sacred buildings only temporarily set aside for sacred worship should be blessed rather than dedicated. First Sunday of Advent, Year A, Home Let us pray. Holy Communion may be celebrated, using A Service of Word and Table II, III, or IV. Certain items that will be used in worship may be carried in the procession, such as a Bible, water for the baptismal font, plate for the communion bread and cup, a cross, paraments for the Lord's table, and other works of art. (2 Chronicles 7:1-3, John 1:14). You created the heavens and earth and put everything in place. Almighty God, whom the heavens cannot contain, but whose will it is to have a house on earth where Your honor dwells, and where people may continually call on Your Holy Name, be pleased to enter into this house which we now consecrate to Your Name. 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