~ Chapel of the Holy Cross ~
Columbarium
Columbarium: from the Latin meaning "dovecote," Columba being "dove."
The Conversion of Constantine, by Mayer of Munich
Above the Columbarium
Chapel of the Holy Cross Columbarium, 2004
Niche Identification
The church will have a bronze cover for the niche properly inscribed with the deceased's name and dates of birth and death.
Interment is subject to the rules and regulations established by the rector, wardens, and vestry of the church.
For further information concerning the Columbarium or to obtain applications for interment, Email the Church Office
Cremation is a growing choice in this country. Many churches have established facilities for the keeping of cremated remains. This practice crosses denominational lines. The church and congregation are a part of our earthly lives. Church members having experienced God's love through worship and fellowship may find it fitting for their ashes to rest in this place of joy and worship. During their persecution, early Christians fled to the catacombs to meet and worship. Eventually, special places were designed and blessed for burial use. They resembled dovecotes, thus the name columbarium. As the dove is also the symbol of the Holy Spirit, this term becomes doubly meaningful. St. John's Episcopal Church's Columbarium is located in the Chapel of the Holy Cross in the south transept of the church.
Availability
For interment of cremains of past and present members and their families, past and present clergy and their families, and others, as approved.
Interment License
Written application is made for the license, which designates the person whose cremains are to be interred. Upon approval of the application, an interment license is issued.
Trust Fund Contributions
An interment license fee is not required, however, a contribution of $500 per niche is considered appropriate.
Interment
Following notice of the death of a licensee, the Church will meet with the family to arrange the interment and, if desired, committal service.