Thursday’s Spiritual Smoothie: An Office Blessing

Posted by admin on January 21, 2010 under 4. Thursday's Spiritual Smoothie |

One of the traditions relating to Epiphany is the blessing of homes. As we begin this new year, and, for many of us, a new semester, perhaps we can take some time to bless the spiritual home of our offices. Hopefully you’re able to avoid actually living in your office (or sleeping there!), but it makes sense for us to consecrate this space where we counsel students, create community, and welcome the guest. May this new year bring new blessings in our ministry!

The Word became flesh and dwelt among us,
and it is Christ who enlightens our hearts and homes with his love.
May all who enter this office find Christ’s light and love.
May this office be a place of faith and doubt,
a place of tears and laughter,
a place of inspiration and reassurance.

Lord God of heaven and earth,
you revealed your only-begotten Son
to every nation by the guidance of a star.
Bless this office and all who serve here.
May all whose path leads them here be filled with the light of Christ.
May our hearts, hands, and actions
reflect your love through our concern for others.

May Christ Jesus dwell with us,
keep us from all harm,
and make us one in mind and heart,
now and forever.

Amen.

Sarah Heiman is Campus Minister for Education and Spiritual Life at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT.