St. Benedict Home Protection

Catholics have long placed the St. Benedict medal at the entrance of the home, asking God through the saint's intercession to keep evil away from the house and everyone in it.

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A blessed medal over the door, a crucifix on the wall and a prayer said together as a family are simple, traditional ways to consecrate a home.

This page brings together what we have for that purpose. The large door medals, from 1.75 to 2.5 inches, are made to be fixed above or beside the front door; you can see them alone on Door Medals. The St. Benedict wall crucifixes, from 4.25 to 7.5 inches in wood or colored enamel, are listed in full on Wall Crucifixes. The Sacred Protection Kit pairs a St. Benedict medal with holy water from St. Peter's Basilica in a sealed bottle, for blessing the rooms of the house.

We bring these items to the Papal audience in St. Peter's Square to be blessed by Pope Leo XIV, and each blessed piece ships from Rome with a holy card of the Papal blessing. For medals to wear, rosaries and more, see the St. Benedict page.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I put a St. Benedict medal to protect my house?

The custom is above or beside the front door, inside or outside. Some families also place one at the back door or in each room.

Can I bless my home with holy water as well?

Yes. Many families sprinkle holy water in each room while praying, and the kit on this page brings the medal and the water together.

Should I ask a priest to bless my house?

A house blessing by a priest is a beautiful custom and these items accompany it well. Your parish can arrange one.

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Blessing for your Home