St. Timothy's Funeral Information
St. Timothy's Funeral Planning
Please contact the church if you would like to discuss funeral or memorial service plans and options.
Interment of cremains is available in the Columbarium (more information below). More information about reserving a niche in the Columbarium is available through the church office.
Prayer Garden, Labyrinth, and Columbarium
As you enter St. Timothy’s through the main doors you will be in the colonnade facing the glass doors to our Columbarium, Prayer Garden, and Labyrinth. We invite you to take time to discover the serenity of our meditation and reflection space.
The word “Columbarium” is derived from the Latin word “columba,” or “a nesting place for doves.” The early Christians in Rome used the term “dovecote” to describe the catacombs, where they not only interred the dead, but also sought refuge and worshipped during times of persecution. The dove of peace, symbol for the Holy Spirit, has always been associated with the Resurrection.
From ancient times, Christians have considered places of burial to be sacred sites where the departed are remembered and honored. They are places for quiet remembrance, for prayer, for families and loved ones to gather. They are places of peace.
St. Timothy’s Columbarium, located along the southern edge of the Prayer Garden, is a dignified place of peace and beauty and a fitting memorial to departed loved ones. Each niche is covered by a stone face plate on which the names and dates of birth and death of the deceased are engraved.
Why do we have a Columbarium at St. Timothy’s?
We believe that inurnment on church grounds is a statement of our faith in the resurrection, the life everlasting, and the church triumphant. We believe that inurnment within the church grounds is a doubly appropriate last resting place for the earthly remains of those who in life loved the church.
The Columbarium setting is an updated version of an old-time church cemetery. It better allows both for maintenance and for ease of visitation. It also can be a serene spot for meditation and prayer.
Practically speaking, cemetery plots become increasingly remote and difficult to reach. Also, the comparison of the costs of a traditional cemetery burial and a Columbarium inurnment reveals a substantial financial advantage of a Columbarium.
How is the Columbarium financed and maintained?
The Columbarium is financed entirely through reservation fees and a designated fund located in St. Timothy's endowment.
The Prayer Garden and the Labyrinth are maintained by the regular operating funds of the parish.
How do I reserve a niche?
Niches in the Columbarium walls are reserved by member of the church in the same way that cemetery plots are reserved. With the reservation of a niche, the members receive a folder containing the following:
How many urns will fit in each niche?
Each Columbarium niche holds one or two cremation urns. Please ask for the measurements before purchasing an urn to ensure it will fit.
You may reserve Columbarium niches and make arrangements by applying to the church office. Eligibility for use of niches is specified in the Policy and Operating Rules of the Columbarium.
How can I get more information?
For any additional information you may need, contact the church office.
The word “Columbarium” is derived from the Latin word “columba,” or “a nesting place for doves.” The early Christians in Rome used the term “dovecote” to describe the catacombs, where they not only interred the dead, but also sought refuge and worshipped during times of persecution. The dove of peace, symbol for the Holy Spirit, has always been associated with the Resurrection.
From ancient times, Christians have considered places of burial to be sacred sites where the departed are remembered and honored. They are places for quiet remembrance, for prayer, for families and loved ones to gather. They are places of peace.
St. Timothy’s Columbarium, located along the southern edge of the Prayer Garden, is a dignified place of peace and beauty and a fitting memorial to departed loved ones. Each niche is covered by a stone face plate on which the names and dates of birth and death of the deceased are engraved.
Why do we have a Columbarium at St. Timothy’s?
We believe that inurnment on church grounds is a statement of our faith in the resurrection, the life everlasting, and the church triumphant. We believe that inurnment within the church grounds is a doubly appropriate last resting place for the earthly remains of those who in life loved the church.
The Columbarium setting is an updated version of an old-time church cemetery. It better allows both for maintenance and for ease of visitation. It also can be a serene spot for meditation and prayer.
Practically speaking, cemetery plots become increasingly remote and difficult to reach. Also, the comparison of the costs of a traditional cemetery burial and a Columbarium inurnment reveals a substantial financial advantage of a Columbarium.
How is the Columbarium financed and maintained?
The Columbarium is financed entirely through reservation fees and a designated fund located in St. Timothy's endowment.
The Prayer Garden and the Labyrinth are maintained by the regular operating funds of the parish.
How do I reserve a niche?
Niches in the Columbarium walls are reserved by member of the church in the same way that cemetery plots are reserved. With the reservation of a niche, the members receive a folder containing the following:
- A copy of the reservation contract.
- A copy of the Rules and Operating Procedures.
- A certificate acknowledging the reservation and indicating the specific niche and its location.
How many urns will fit in each niche?
Each Columbarium niche holds one or two cremation urns. Please ask for the measurements before purchasing an urn to ensure it will fit.
You may reserve Columbarium niches and make arrangements by applying to the church office. Eligibility for use of niches is specified in the Policy and Operating Rules of the Columbarium.
How can I get more information?
For any additional information you may need, contact the church office.