Funeral and Memorial Services
When someone we love passes, St. George’s offers a place of prayer and comfort. Our clergy and parish are here to support you, help you plan a meaningful service, and surround you with the love and care of Christ.
The liturgy for the dead is an Easter liturgy.
It finds all its meaning in the resurrection. Because Jesus was raised from the dead, we, too, shall be raised.
The liturgy, therefore, is characterized by joy, in the certainty that “neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
This joy, however, does not make human grief unchristian. The very love we have for each other in Christ brings deep sorrow when we are parted by death. Jesus himself wept at the grave of his friend. So, while we rejoice that one we love has entered in to the nearer presence of our Lord, we sorrow in sympathy with those who mourn.
The Book of Common Prayer, p. 507
Pastoral Care and Support
Our clergy and Pastoral Care team can offer support through calls, cards, visits, meals, and flowers. Arrangements may also be made for you to receive Communion from our clergy or Lay Eucharistic Visitors.
Our clergy are available to meet with you at your home, the church, or a funeral home.
Contact the Church Office
(901) 754-7282
Planning a Service
Services for members of the St. George’s community and those to be interred in St. George’s Columbarium may be held at the church, upon arrangement with the clergy.
Our clergy is ready to help you plan the service, including selecting appropriate readings and hymns.
The burial service can be found in the Book of Common Prayer:
- Rite I: Pages 468 – 489
- Rite II: Pages 490 – 505
Music and Musicians
If you wish to have the services of an organist, a $150 remuneration is required.
Vocal or instrumental soloists may also be available. Our organist will assist with arrangements and coordination and advise of the applicable remuneration.
Flowers
Our Flower Guild will create a floral arrangement for the church. A $75 donation is requested.
Hospitality and Receptions
Our Daughters of the King will provide coffee, water, and very light refreshments in the library for a visitation before or a small family reception following the service.
For larger gatherings requiring the use of the Parish Hall, a $150 remuneration is offered for setup and cleanup.
Clergy and Officiants
St. George’s clergy will officiate at all services held at St. George’s Church.
Guest clergy who are friends or members of the family may be invited to participate in services held at St. George’s, upon consultation with the Rector.
St. George’s clergy may also be available to officiate at services for family members of parishioners held at funeral homes or chapels. Families should contact the clergy as soon as possible to make arrangements.
The Columbarium
A place of remembrance, prayer, and peace.
St. George’s Columbarium provides a sacred resting place for loved ones within our church community.
Additional information about the Columbarium and the Columbarium Agreement is available here. Please contact the church office with any questions.
A gift of remembrance.
The Columbarium is a sacred place of remembrance, prayer, and peace. To help preserve and care for this special space, the Columbarium Committee and Vestry have established the Friends of the Columbarium Fund.
This fund welcomes memorial gifts and contributions dedicated to the ongoing care and maintenance of the Columbarium, ensuring it remains a place of beauty, reflection, and comfort for generations to come.
Those wishing to contribute may simply designate “Friends of the Columbarium” with their gift. Each contribution helps us steward this sacred space with care and love.
Be part of its preservation.
To participate, simple designate “Friends of Columbarium” on your gift.