Restaurant Blessing by NJ Officiant Andrea Purtell
Below is a blessing I put together for two sisters who were opening a new restaurant in NJ.
Open window or door/sage the room/ anoint the doorways.
Begin with the outside, Officiant may walk to the four corners of the property line and as she walks up the walkway to the door will sprinkle holy water and say:
Open window or door/sage the room/ anoint the doorways.
Begin with the outside, Officiant may walk to the four corners of 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 continually flow over and perpetually bless this property.
May your warrior angels take a stance against darkness in this building and may they make a hedge of projection around this business
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.
May your warrior angels take a stance against darkness in this building and may they make a hedge of projection around this business
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.
Peace to this restaurant and to all who enter here. Amen
There’s something special about owning your own business.
It’s a dream come true for most people.
It provides a sense of personal fulfilment and professional accomplishments.
Owning your own business gives you a sense of purpose and vision beyond what you are able to do when working for someone else.
It is the opportunity to create your own wealth and prosperity
It is being your own boss. It all starts and ends with you
It is a place where through hard work and determination you have turned your dreams into a reality.
Throughout time, in many religions and cultures it has been a tradition to offer prayers of blessings to a new business, It’s owners, Employees and Patrons.
Today we gather here to bless this restaurant for ( name of owners ). We will use the traditional elements that support prosperity, healing, well-being, trust, love and harmony as we ask for blessings from God.
Let us begin with a prayer
Loving God, we ask that you bless this restaurant with the grace of your presence.
Bless ( name of owners ) with your wisdom and guidance, so that their business may prosper.
May this restaurant be blessed with a dedicated, talented staff.
Bless these employees and their families. Keep them physically safe and healthy and guard their hearts and minds. May every day they come to work be a joy, not a burden. If there are days that burden them, may they have the courage to speak up, trusting they will be heard and answered with compassion.
May this restaurant be blessed with a steady flow of happy customers and a joyful energy.
We pray for those who eat here that they may find true comfort and nourishment from the labors of this world, that they may find total peace and rest in spirit, soul and body.
May (name of owners) and their families be blessed with good health, happiness, success, and abundance.
May darkness not enter.
May the light of God shield this restaurant from harm.
May angles bring their peace here.
May all who work and visit here be blessed with joy, comfort and prosperity
Candle lighting:
In lighting this candle we summons love, harmony, peace, and prosperity into this restaurant.
We decree that this building is now shielded from harm, illness, or misfortune.
Entrance way:
Bless this place of business 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 the many customers, friends and family that will enter.
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.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Dining room
May this dining room be a place for family and friends to gather for health and nourishment.
A place to gather in joy and celebration.
A place where memories are made.
May it also be a place to connect with one another and enjoy each other’s company as they take delight in the food and drink that has been made here with talent, pride, honor and joy.
May all who gather in these (this) room(s), find the comfort of good food as well as the warmth of fellowship and hospitality.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Patio / deck outdoor eating area:
May this doorway extend into this restaurant the elements of the natural surroundings letting the life-giving energy of the sun and air to be part of their space. May this dining area also be a place for family and friends to gather for health and nourishment.
A place to gather in joy and celebration.
A place where memories are made.
May it also be a place to connect with one another and enjoy each other’s company as they take delight in the food and drink that has been made here with talent, pride, honor and joy.
May all who gather here find the comfort of good food as well as the warmth of fellowship and hospitality.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Bathroom:
Bless this room of health and care taking.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Kitchen:
Preparation of food is an art. It has been written, “To cook a good meal is to transform, a necessity into an art”
To quote James Beard “The secret of good cooking is, first, to have a love for it”.
It is the chef and the cooks responsible for creating food that both fills the belly nutritiously and makes the taste buds soar. Inspired cuisine is the opportunity for joy.
Let us say a prayer of blessing upon this kitchen, it’s chef, cooks and co-workers.
Dear God, we ask that you bless this kitchen
Bless the chef and the cooks as they do their work creating wonderful dishes daily.
May they work together, respectfully and harmoniously.
Bless the meals that are prepared here, may they be seasoned with the love of their craft so that those who partake may find enjoyment in the taste.
Bless those too who wash the pots and pans and keep this kitchen working. Supporting and aiding one another in their tasks.
Bless this kitchen dear God,
And those who enter in, may they find true joy and prosperity in their work
Prayers for the food/ingredients, and meat:
May compassion and love reign over all the earth for all farmed animals. For the meat they give us we give thanks.
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 the cooks as they create from your garden. May they delight in its gifts. May it bring peace harmony and balance in the lives of the patrons who dine here.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here.
“We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Bar
Having cocktails is fun!
May friends enjoy connecting with each other while having a refreshing cocktail, glass of wine or cold beer at this bar.
May this be a place to relax after a day of work and enjoy good drink, good company and hospitality.
May many a glass be raised in friendship and celebration here.
May many good memories be made here.
May all drink responsible.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Closing words (prayer of gratitude):
In closing-We declare success in this business today.
let this business be of great service to others,
-flourishing through decency, honesty and respect for our collages and customers.
Let us pray.
Loving God, bless ( name of owners ).
Thank you for bringing divine light, love and energy into this restaurant and their endeavors.
They have had the courage to step out of their comfort zone and follow their passions to create this new business.
We are Thankful for the dreams, passion and ideas you have installed in ( name of owners ).
We are Thankful for their gifts and talents and the gifts and talents of those who work with them.
We are thankful for their hardworking spirit and commitment.
As they embark on this endeavor- may the process of building and running this business be an enjoyable one.
May this endeavor be blessed with integrity, generosity, fruitfulness and Success.
Protect and bless their assets, good name and reputation.
May they have continued clarity of purpose and a steady vision to keep them focused.
Help (say Owners Names) and their employees, to accept abundance in their lives. That it surrounds them and is available for the taking- and to be shameless and unapologetic upon its receipt- for they deserve abundance.
May they be blessed with the strength to fend off adversity and use their desires and determination as both a weapon and a shield against those who do not wish them well.
Bless, too, the people who will visit.
Make this an establishment that is welcoming,
That is a safe haven, a place to enjoy good food, good drink and good hospitality
May your loving presence always be felt here. With tremendous gratitude, we thank you. In full faith, so be it -and so it is! Amen.
Stone blessing:
I would like to invite each of you to please pick a stone
and as you hold it in your hands, we ask that you silently say your blessing for
( name of owners ) and their restaurant such as, success, growth, happiness, whatever you like,
Once you have done so, please place the stone in the vase.
( name of owners ) will have this beautiful keepsake that will not only contain these beautiful stones, but they will also contain the energy of your good wishes and prayers for them.
Officiant to ( name of owners )
Our hope is that every time you see this this vase containing these warm blessings for your new venture that it fills your hearts with joy adding happiness to your day.
May your business be forever blessed.
There’s something special about owning your own business.
It’s a dream come true for most people.
It provides a sense of personal fulfilment and professional accomplishments.
Owning your own business gives you a sense of purpose and vision beyond what you are able to do when working for someone else.
It is the opportunity to create your own wealth and prosperity
It is being your own boss. It all starts and ends with you
It is a place where through hard work and determination you have turned your dreams into a reality.
Throughout time, in many religions and cultures it has been a tradition to offer prayers of blessings to a new business, It’s owners, Employees and Patrons.
Today we gather here to bless this restaurant for ( name of owners ). We will use the traditional elements that support prosperity, healing, well-being, trust, love and harmony as we ask for blessings from God.
Let us begin with a prayer
Loving God, we ask that you bless this restaurant with the grace of your presence.
Bless ( name of owners ) with your wisdom and guidance, so that their business may prosper.
May this restaurant be blessed with a dedicated, talented staff.
Bless these employees and their families. Keep them physically safe and healthy and guard their hearts and minds. May every day they come to work be a joy, not a burden. If there are days that burden them, may they have the courage to speak up, trusting they will be heard and answered with compassion.
May this restaurant be blessed with a steady flow of happy customers and a joyful energy.
We pray for those who eat here that they may find true comfort and nourishment from the labors of this world, that they may find total peace and rest in spirit, soul and body.
May (name of owners) and their families be blessed with good health, happiness, success, and abundance.
May darkness not enter.
May the light of God shield this restaurant from harm.
May angles bring their peace here.
May all who work and visit here be blessed with joy, comfort and prosperity
Candle lighting:
In lighting this candle we summons love, harmony, peace, and prosperity into this restaurant.
We decree that this building is now shielded from harm, illness, or misfortune.
Entrance way:
Bless this place of business 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 the many customers, friends and family that will enter.
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.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Dining room
May this dining room be a place for family and friends to gather for health and nourishment.
A place to gather in joy and celebration.
A place where memories are made.
May it also be a place to connect with one another and enjoy each other’s company as they take delight in the food and drink that has been made here with talent, pride, honor and joy.
May all who gather in these (this) room(s), find the comfort of good food as well as the warmth of fellowship and hospitality.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Patio / deck outdoor eating area:
May this doorway extend into this restaurant the elements of the natural surroundings letting the life-giving energy of the sun and air to be part of their space. May this dining area also be a place for family and friends to gather for health and nourishment.
A place to gather in joy and celebration.
A place where memories are made.
May it also be a place to connect with one another and enjoy each other’s company as they take delight in the food and drink that has been made here with talent, pride, honor and joy.
May all who gather here find the comfort of good food as well as the warmth of fellowship and hospitality.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Bathroom:
Bless this room of health and care taking.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Kitchen:
Preparation of food is an art. It has been written, “To cook a good meal is to transform, a necessity into an art”
To quote James Beard “The secret of good cooking is, first, to have a love for it”.
It is the chef and the cooks responsible for creating food that both fills the belly nutritiously and makes the taste buds soar. Inspired cuisine is the opportunity for joy.
Let us say a prayer of blessing upon this kitchen, it’s chef, cooks and co-workers.
Dear God, we ask that you bless this kitchen
Bless the chef and the cooks as they do their work creating wonderful dishes daily.
May they work together, respectfully and harmoniously.
Bless the meals that are prepared here, may they be seasoned with the love of their craft so that those who partake may find enjoyment in the taste.
Bless those too who wash the pots and pans and keep this kitchen working. Supporting and aiding one another in their tasks.
Bless this kitchen dear God,
And those who enter in, may they find true joy and prosperity in their work
Prayers for the food/ingredients, and meat:
May compassion and love reign over all the earth for all farmed animals. For the meat they give us we give thanks.
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 the cooks as they create from your garden. May they delight in its gifts. May it bring peace harmony and balance in the lives of the patrons who dine here.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here.
“We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Bar
Having cocktails is fun!
May friends enjoy connecting with each other while having a refreshing cocktail, glass of wine or cold beer at this bar.
May this be a place to relax after a day of work and enjoy good drink, good company and hospitality.
May many a glass be raised in friendship and celebration here.
May many good memories be made here.
May all drink responsible.
burn the sage in a clockwise motion gently waving the smoke into the air. We ask that any old negative or stagnant energy be cleared out and replace it with positive, sacred, healthy, light energy
Then will anoint above the door with the oil and say Peace be with this restaurant and with all who visit here. “We call out to you, Holy Spirit. Come now and fill this place with the light of your love”
Closing words (prayer of gratitude):
In closing-We declare success in this business today.
let this business be of great service to others,
-flourishing through decency, honesty and respect for our collages and customers.
Let us pray.
Loving God, bless ( name of owners ).
Thank you for bringing divine light, love and energy into this restaurant and their endeavors.
They have had the courage to step out of their comfort zone and follow their passions to create this new business.
We are Thankful for the dreams, passion and ideas you have installed in ( name of owners ).
We are Thankful for their gifts and talents and the gifts and talents of those who work with them.
We are thankful for their hardworking spirit and commitment.
As they embark on this endeavor- may the process of building and running this business be an enjoyable one.
May this endeavor be blessed with integrity, generosity, fruitfulness and Success.
Protect and bless their assets, good name and reputation.
May they have continued clarity of purpose and a steady vision to keep them focused.
Help (say Owners Names) and their employees, to accept abundance in their lives. That it surrounds them and is available for the taking- and to be shameless and unapologetic upon its receipt- for they deserve abundance.
May they be blessed with the strength to fend off adversity and use their desires and determination as both a weapon and a shield against those who do not wish them well.
Bless, too, the people who will visit.
Make this an establishment that is welcoming,
That is a safe haven, a place to enjoy good food, good drink and good hospitality
May your loving presence always be felt here. With tremendous gratitude, we thank you. In full faith, so be it -and so it is! Amen.
Stone blessing:
I would like to invite each of you to please pick a stone
and as you hold it in your hands, we ask that you silently say your blessing for
( name of owners ) and their restaurant such as, success, growth, happiness, whatever you like,
Once you have done so, please place the stone in the vase.
( name of owners ) will have this beautiful keepsake that will not only contain these beautiful stones, but they will also contain the energy of your good wishes and prayers for them.
Officiant to ( name of owners )
Our hope is that every time you see this this vase containing these warm blessings for your new venture that it fills your hearts with joy adding happiness to your day.
May your business be forever blessed.