of a shop or factory

God, our all-provident Father, you have placed the earth and its fruits under our care, so that by our labor we will endeavor to ensure that all share in the benefits of your creation. Bless all those who will use this building either as buyers or sellers, so that by respecting justice and charity they will see themselves as working for the common good and find joy in contributing to the progress of the earthly city.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

℟. Amen.

Then holy water may be sprinkled on the place and the participants.

All make the sign of the cross as the leader concludes:

May God, the Father of goodness, who commanded us to help one another as brothers and sisters, bless this building with his presence and look kindly on all who enter here.

℟. Amen. ¹