Bless this House

“Bless this House” is a gentle, deeply felt prayer set to music, asking God’s grace upon every corner of a home. The lyrics walk us through the physical spaces of a house—the sturdy walls, the tall chimneys, the open door, and the shining windows—asking that they keep trouble out and let heavenly light in. But the true heart of the song reveals itself at the end, shifting the focus from the building to the people living inside, praying that they remain pure and eventually dwell with God.

Choirs often bring this piece out for house dedications, family thanksgiving Masses, or as a special meditation after Communion. The music, marked to be sung "with much feeling," builds beautifully. It starts with a quiet, steady petition and swells into a soaring, earnest plea for the family's spiritual life. Singing it feels like wrapping a home in a warm, protective embrace, making it a favorite for congregations and singers alike.