Memorial Garden and Columbarium

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What’s a “Columbarium”?!?

The Memorial Garden's Columbarium Cross

col•um•bar•i•um
noun
a room or building with niches for funeral urns to be stored.
• a niche to hold a funeral urn.
• a stone wall or walk within a garden for burial of funeral urns, esp. attached to a church.

A columbarium is an arrangement of niches for the interment of cremains.

Why?

For centuries, it has been the obligation of the church to serve its congregation from birth to death. As churchyard burial is no longer feasible for most churches, a columbarium provides a natural alternative. Besides the practical advantages of being much more affordable for the average family and being an environmentally sensitive and efficient use of space, it also strengthens the ties between families and their faith community. In addition, columbaria are quickly becoming one of the most popular choices of a final resting place in the United States. Arizona’s cremation rate has gone up to 70% in recent years.

Where?

The Fountains’ Memorial Garden and Columbarium can be found bordering on the North end of the Church property. See the map HERE.

How can I find out more?

Click on the links at the top of the page to view documents outlining the cost and other details. Brochures are available at the church office.
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