Funerals

I AM RESURRECTION AND I AM LIFE

The death of a loved one is an occasion of deep sorrow. It is also a time for the Church to offer comfort to the bereaved, and to assist family members in planning a service that will express thanksgiving for the departed, and witness to the assurance of eternal life through our Lord Jesus Christ. The following practices will guide the arrangements for funerals at Trinity Episcopal Church

When a person is near death, the Rector or one of the associate clergy should be notified, in order that the ministrations of the Church may be provided. See the service Ministration at the Time of Death, page 462, in The Book of Common Prayer.

All funerals at Trinity Episcopal Church are scheduled through the office of the Rector. Associate clergy share with the Rector in the ministration at the time of death and in the conduct of burial services. With the permission of the Rector, clergy of another Episcopal parish or another Christian church may assist at a funeral at Trinity.

All funerals at Trinity use The Book of Common Prayer. Scripture readings, prayers, hymns, and other music are selected in consultation with the clergy and/or the Minister of Music. A brief homily is always preached at a funeral. A brief address by a family member or friend may be included, with the permission of the Celebrant.

The Columbarium in the courtyard at Trinity is available for the inurnment of the cremated remains of members of the parish and their relatives. Contact the church office for further information. It is fitting and proper for a Christian to plan her or his funeral in advance. The clergy of the parish are available to offer advice and direction in these matters, and the church office maintains files of such plans and preferences.

Trinity Church has several memorial funds that may offer a fitting way to continue the memory of the departed person.